Instrumental Music Tutor (Piano) - Catherine McAuley College

Position: Instrumental Music Tutor (Piano)
Commencement Date: Term 4, 2026 (6th October 2026)
Employment Status: Term-time contract
Hours per week: 6 hpw
Classification: School Officer Level 6
Applications Close: Friday, 18 September 2026 

About us

Catherine McAuley College opened in 2022 to meet the growing demand for high-quality Catholic secondary education in the Mackay region. Commencing with its inaugural cohort of Year 7 students, the College has been strategically growing one year level at a time and will complete its full Years 7-12 profile by 2027.

Built on the former site of the historic Mackay Sugar Research Institute, Catherine McAuley College offers first class facilities to ensure the delivery of quality teaching and learning practices.

Underpinned by the College values of Learning, Courage, Faith & Mercy, Catherine McAuley College is committed to providing a quality Catholic education in a welcoming, safe and secure learning environment. The Charism of the Sisters of Mercy inspires the College's educational mission and helps to shape the College's identity.

Your Role

An exciting opportunity currently exists within the Catherine McAuley College Music team. We are seeking a term-time Instrumental Music Tutor in Piano to commence in Term 4, 2026. This position is initially for 6 hours per week, ideally structured on Mondays (negotiable with the successful applicant). There is potential for additional hours as our instrumental program expands. We are interested to hear from candidates with a genuine passion for mentoring students within a supportive secondary school environment and motivated to enrich our students' musical journeys, foster their confidence and actively support school music initiatives. 

Specific Duties

• Facilitate Instrumental Music lessons for Piano and other instruments (subject to experience) at Catherine McAuley College.
• Assist with the timetables for Instrumental Music lessons.
• Monitor student attendance at Instrumental Music lessons and notify parents when students are not attending regularly.
• Assist with the distribution of all information forms for the Instrumental Music Program under the guidance of the Instrumental Music Coordinator.
• Liaise with parents concerning enquiries about the students that they are responsible for in the Instrumental Music Program.
• Report on Instrumental Music students each Semester.
• Keep accurate rolls for the purposes of accounts to parents.
• Ensure clear communication channels with the Creative Arts Coordinator.
• Assist with the Ensemble Program including Ensemble directing, conducting, camps and other activities when required.

For more information, please review the Position Description.

About you

The successful applicant will have relevant experience and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education.  In addition, you will have excellent time management skills, well developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of music skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 6 ($42.70 - $51.98/hour) 
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75% 
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

• Complete the application below
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools 
• Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Rachel Coppin, Principal's Secretary, Catherine McAuley College, Mackay on 07 4994 9200.  
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 18 September 2026.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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