Curriculum Leader (Religious Education)

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

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Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is seeking a Middle Leader to support Xavier Catholic College’s mission by leading Religious Education curriculum development and teaching. The role involves aligning the curriculum with national, state, and local standards, employing effective pedagogies, and supervising teaching quality and student learning.

The appointment includes Middle Leader responsibilities with an allowance, and potential renewal subject to performance and ongoing need.

Qualifications

• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of designated curriculum areas taught in the school.
• Apply contemporary research and data analysis to classroom practice through professional development, staff supervision, and induction of new teachers.
• Provide pastoral care for staff engaged in the designated curriculum areas.
• Coordinate and develop work programs aligned with national, state, and local requirements.
• Stay current with curriculum developments and support staff learning through ongoing professional reading and research.
• Manage assessment, moderation, and reporting processes, including accurate record-keeping.
• Supervise teaching quality through collegial planning, moderation, classroom observation, and reflective practice.
• Monitor student learning outcomes using performance data and implement appropriate interventions.
• Contribute to school leadership through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings.
• Manage financial and material resources, including budget planning and expenditure.

Education

Queensland College of Teachers registration

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Hervey Bay QLD

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Summary

Support Xavier Catholic College's mission by leading the Religious Education learning and teaching. This includes developing Religious Education curriculum aligned with national, state, and local standards; implementing effective pedagogies; supervising teaching quality and student learning; using data analysis to guide decisions; building internal and external partnerships; and managing resources responsibly.

• Location: Xavier Catholic College - Hervey Bay (S)


• Start date: January, 2027


• Work hours: 30.00


• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + Middle Leader Allowance (Tier 3) + 12.75% super


• Status: Full Time Continuing


• Ad close date: 18th October, 2026


• Contact: (07) 4197 1*** | ***********@bne.catholic.edu.au

This is a continuing teaching appointment, with an initial appointment into the Middle Leader position including Middle Leader Allowance, concluding at the end of the current triennium (December 2029). Two subsequent three-year appointments with the Middle Leader Allowance can be offered subject to satisfactory performance in the position and the ongoing existence of the position.

About our school

Xavier Catholic College is a co-educational K-12 College operated by Brisbane Catholic Education that commenced in 2003. In 2013 a two session Kindergarten was established on site and is administered by Catholic Early EdCare. Our Prep to Year 12 enrolments have grown to over 1340 and continues to expand. Our mission for the College is to provide a high-quality, inclusive Catholic education where all are engaged in their learning and motivated to do their best. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Company description:

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Job description:

Summary

Support Xavier Catholic College's mission by leading the Religious Education learning and teaching. This includes developing Religious Education curriculum aligned with national, state, and local standards; implementing effective pedagogies; supervising teaching quality and student learning; using data analysis to guide decisions; building internal and external partnerships; and managing resources responsibly.

This is a continuing teaching appointment, with an initial appointment into the Middle Leader position including Middle Leader Allowance, concluding at the end of the current triennium (December 2029). Two subsequent three-year appointments with the Middle Leader Allowance can be offered subject to satisfactory performance in the position and the ongoing existence of the position.

About our school

Xavier Catholic College is a co-educational K-12 College operated by Brisbane Catholic Education that commenced in 2003. In 2013 a two session Kindergarten was established on site and is administered by Catholic Early EdCare. Our Prep to Year 12 enrolments have grown to over 1340 and continues to expand. Our mission for the College is to provide a high-quality, inclusive Catholic education where all are engaged in their learning and motivated to do their best. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Leading the coordination of designated curriculum areas taught in the school


• Applying contemporary research and data analysis to classroom practice through professional development, staff supervision, and induction of new teachers


• Providing pastoral care for staff engaged in the designated curriculum areas


• Coordinating and developing work programs aligned with national, state, and local requirements


• Staying current with curriculum developments and supporting staff learning through ongoing professional reading and research


• Managing assessment, moderation, and reporting processes, including accurate record-keeping


• Supervising teaching quality through collegial planning, moderation, classroom observation, and reflective practice


• Monitoring student learning outcomes using performance data and implementing appropriate interventions


• Contributing to school leadership through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings


• Managing financial and material resources, including budget planning and expenditure

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Developed work programs in alignment with national, state, and local requirements.


• Driving the assessment and moderation process when developing new programs.


• Leading and innovating within a specified curriculum area.


• Stakeholder engagement fostering collaboration and transparency.


• Having responsibility for a financial budget.


• For this position you are required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirement:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment


• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development


• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)


• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre


• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options


• Active staff social club and wellness programs


• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.


• Fitness Passport access- discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at thecore of our Catholic valuesand we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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