Data Leader, Good Counsel College, Innisfail

Catholic Education Dioceses Of Cairns; Innisfail; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote incentives

Leave loading

Salary packaging

Superannuation 12.75%

Long service leave

Parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Good Counsel College, a Catholic co-educational secondary school within the Catholic Diocese of Cairns, seeks a Data Leader to drive curriculum, assessment and student achievement. The role sits on the College Leadership Team and emphasizes evidence-informed improvement in teaching and learning aligned with Catholic Marist mission.

The Data Leader will work with the Principal, Curriculum Leaders and staff to strengthen curriculum implementation, build capacity and respond to diverse student

Qualifications

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, future-focused leadership of curriculum, assessment, pedagogy and student achievement across the College.
• Lead data-informed curriculum improvement and professional capability development.
• Collaborate with the Principal, Leadership Team, Curriculum Leaders, teachers and support staff to strengthen curriculum implementation.
• Use rigorous analysis of achievement, growth and engagement data to identify priorities, guide intervention and evaluate impact.

Skills

QCT registration

Job description

Data Leader

Contract Dates: 16 January 2027 to 14 January 2028
Employment Type: Full-time, fixed term appointment which may be renewed following successful review and appraisal.

Hours: As per the Agreement
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience:

Graduate $86,600 - Proficient 5 $112,295 FTE Gross per annum, plus Middle Leader Tier 5 allowance $23,637 gross per annum
OR Proficient 5 and above: $148,360 FTE Gross per annum

Closing Date for Applications: 5 pm Monday, 23 November 2026

Good Counsel College

Good Counsel College is a small, but growing, Catholic co-educational secondary school with a strong sense of community and pride that offers a quality and holistic educational experience for students in Years 7-12. It operates under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns and enjoys collaborative partnerships with Catholic Primary schools in Tully, South Johnstone, Silkwood, Innisfail and Babinda whilst also welcoming students from state and other schools who are seeking a Catholic education for their children and who share our values.

The College strives to provide a quality education for the whole person in a safe and nurturing environment where students can grow, emotionally, spiritually, academically and physically.

About the Role

The Data Leader is a key member of the College Leadership Team and provides strategic, future-focused leadership of curriculum, assessment, pedagogy and student achievement across the College. The position promotes excellence in teaching and learning through a strong commitment to the Catholic and Marist mission, high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.

The Data Leader works collaboratively with the Principal, Leadership Team, Curriculum Leaders, teachers and support staff to strengthen curriculum implementation, build professional capability and ensure that learning programs respond effectively to the diverse needs, abilities and aspirations of students. The role uses rigorous analysis of achievement, growth and engagement data to identify priorities, guide intervention and evaluate impact.

In addition to leading curriculum improvement, the Data Leader contributes proactively to the broader leadership and effective operation of the College. The position anticipates emerging educational needs, leads evidence-informed change, communicates with clarity and integrity, and fosters a collaborative culture focused on improved outcomes for every student.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Data Leader Posiition Description.pdf

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
• ITAS and IPRASS Allowances (Remote Area Incentives)
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave - upon completion of 1-year of continuous service
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

Enquiries

Mr Paul Melloy, Principal
P: ************
E: ********************************

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