Are you a current employee of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office? Go to the Careers Portal to search and apply for your next role.
Are you passionate about helping young people discover their path in life? Catherine McAuley Catholic College is seeking a dedicated Careers Advisor to join our thriving Years 7–12 learning community in 2026.
As a Careers Advisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding students through career exploration, subject selection, vocational pathways, university applications, and employment readiness. You’ll be a trusted mentor, helping students build confidence in their choices and navigate the transition from school to the wider world.
Located in the picturesque Port Stephens region, our College offers the perfect blend of professional fulfilment and lifestyle. Whether you're dreaming of a coastal escape or a semi-rural retreat, Medowie delivers — just 34km from Newcastle CBD and within easy reach of the Hunter Valley’s renowned vineyards and natural beauty.
At Catherine McAuley, we’re more than a school — we’re a community committed to empowering confident, agile, and reflective learners. Our educators co-create spaces where faith, purpose, joy, and fulfilment are at the heart of every experience.
This is your opportunity to:
Lead and innovate in careers education
Make a lasting impact on students’ futures
Enjoy a balanced role with dedicated time for careers guidance and teaching
Ready to inspire the next generation?
Apply now and become part of a College that’s redefining what it means to learn, lead, and live with purpose.
Teachers in a catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.
supported by the catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience.
teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured, and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement.
teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs.
Desired Skills and Experience
CRITERIA/EXPERIENCE
Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school.
Ability to apply appropriate knowledge to plan and prepare contemporary career education, workplace learning programs and provide advice which meets the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and empower them to work towards attainment of their potential.
Knowledge of the NSW curriculum and ability to develop, plan and implement strategic initiatives and innovative practices that support career learning and positive post-school opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to support students and families to plan and prepare for post-school transition to further study or employment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community and other stakeholders to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational and post-school outcomes.
Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment.
Qualifications/Accreditations
Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher experience.
Post graduate qualifications in Career Education (desirable).
Active NESA Accreditation.
Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
Completion of anaphylaxis training.
Completion of CPR training.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
Contact Bernard Burgess, Principal on Tel: (02) 4068 1000 or via email: bernard.burgess@mn.catholic.edu.au
TO APPLY CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
Provide a cover letter along with your resume
Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Applications close: Friday 3rd October 2025 at 11.59pm
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
