Carlisle Adventist College is seeking a flexible and practical Secondary teacher to join our team from Term 3, 2026. This is a fixed-term full-time position for the remainder of the 2026 school year.
This role includes a combination of Manual Arts, Visual Arts, and Sport and Recreation classes. The position would suit a teacher who enjoys working across practical subject areas and is confident engaging students through hands-on, creative and active learning experiences.
Carlisle Adventist College is a Christian co-educational Prep to Year 12 school located in Mackay, Queensland. The College is owned and operated by Seventh-day Adventist Schools Northern Australia Ltd and is committed to providing a Christ-centred learning environment where students are supported to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
About the Role
The successful applicant will teach across a range of practical Secondary subject areas, which may include:
- Manual Arts / Industrial Technology and Design
- Visual Arts
- Sport and Recreation
The teaching load can be shaped around the strengths and experience of the successful applicant, with Manual Arts being a key component of the role.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and delivering engaging, practical learning experiences
- Maintaining safe and well-managed workshop, classroom and activity spaces
- Supporting students to develop creativity, practical skills, problem-solving and confidence
- Teaching sport and recreation activities in a safe and structured manner
- Assessing, reporting and documenting student learning in line with school expectations
- Building positive relationships with students, staff and families
- Contributing positively to the Christian culture and wider life of the College
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
- A commitment to the Christian ethos and mission of Carlisle Adventist College
- Appropriate teaching qualifications and current Queensland College of Teachers registration, or eligibility to obtain registration
- Experience or capacity to teach Manual Arts, Visual Arts, Sport and Recreation, or related practical subjects
- Strong classroom, workshop and behaviour management skills
- A commitment to child safety, student wellbeing and professional conduct
- Flexibility, initiative and a willingness to work across multiple subject areas
- The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues
Why Carlisle?
Carlisle Adventist College is a growing P–12 school with a strong sense of community and a clear focus on student flourishing. We value staff who are relational, practical, professional and willing to work together for the good of students.
Mackay offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, access to beaches and the Whitsundays, and a supportive regional community.
Application Details
Applicants are invited to submit:
- A cover letter outlining their suitability for the role
- A current résumé
- Contact details for at least three referees, including one professional referee and one faith-based or character referee
The appointing body reserves the right to close applications early or fill the position as suitable candidates are identified.
Carlisle Adventist College is committed to child safety and the protection of all students. The successful applicant will be required to meet all relevant child safety, employment and registration requirements.
