Diverse Learning Leader - Good Samaritan Catholic College, BLI BLI

Brisbane Catholic Education; Cooloolabin; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

AI tools training

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education's Good Samaritan Catholic College invites applications for a Diverse Learning Leader. You will provide strategic leadership to support student engagement, learning, wellbeing, and achievement through inclusive education and an MTSS framework.

You will work with school leaders, teachers, students, and families to foster a culture where every learner is valued and supported. Collaborate to strengthen MTSS, analyse data for priorities, and coach staff.

Qualifications

• Commitment to inclusive education and student success.
• Leadership experience supporting diverse learning needs.
• Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills.
• Ability to use data to drive strategic improvement and inform decisions.
• Experience facilitating professional learning and coaching others.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of inclusive education practices across the school.
• Develop and evaluate systems, data processes, and supports that enhance outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.
• Analyse student performance and wellbeing data to identify priorities and inform targeted interventions.
• Facilitate coaching, mentoring, and professional learning to build staff capability in inclusive education.
• Lead collaboration within school support teams to ensure equitable and effective student support.
• Foster positive partnerships with families, caregivers, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with BCE policies and legislative obligations, including the DDA and DSE.

Skills

Inclusive education

Leadership

Relationship building

Data-driven decisions

Coaching & professional learning

Catholic education mission

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Inclusive Education

Job 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.

About Our School

Good Samaritan Catholic College, located in Bli Bli on the Sunshine Coast, is a Prep to Year 12 institution that opened in 2019. The College has steadily grown and now accommodates approximately 1500 students. The first cohort of seniors graduated in 2024.

As a part of Brisbane Catholic Education, our co-educational College strives to be a welcoming and supportive community that respects ourselves, each other, and the environment. Our School offers students the opportunity to excel in all areas, contribute to the community, and lead in our evolving society. The College's motto, "Journey with Compassion," is embodied daily by our students, staff, and community. We are a learning environment where confident, self-directed, and focused students thrive, working towards a positive and hope-filled future. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Are you passionate about creating inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive? Good Samaritan Catholic College are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to lead and strengthen inclusive education practices within our primary school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is committed to equity, student wellbeing, and high-quality teaching and learning outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.

• Location: Good Samaritan Catholic College - Bli Bli (P)
• Start date: January, 2027
• Work hours: 30.00 hours per week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + 12.75% Super + DLL Allowance (DLL allowance will be based on school enrollments and proficiency experience)
• Status: Full Time Continuing
• Ad close date: 18th October, 2026
• Contact: [phone] | [e-mail]

This is a permanent teaching appointment, with an initial appointment into the Diverse Learning Leader position including DLL Allowance, for a 3yrs period (January 2027 - December 2029). One subsequent three-year appointment with the DLL Allowance can be offered subject to satisfactory performance in the position and the ongoing existence of the position.

About The Opportunity

As the Diverse Learning Leader, you will provide strategic leadership to support student engagement, learning, wellbeing, and achievement through the principles of inclusive education and a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. You will work collaboratively with school leaders, teachers, students, and families to foster a culture where every learner is valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

In This Position You Will

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of inclusive education practices across the school.
• Develop and evaluate systems, data processes, and supports that enhance outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.
• Analyse student performance and wellbeing data to identify priorities and inform targeted interventions.
• Facilitate coaching, mentoring, and professional learning to build staff capability in inclusive education.
• Lead collaboration within school support teams to ensure equitable and effective student support.
• Foster positive partnerships with families, caregivers, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with BCE policies and legislative obligations, including the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and Disability Standards for Education (DSE).

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A strong commitment to inclusive education and student success.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills.
• The ability to use data to drive strategic improvement and inform decision-making.
• Experience facilitating professional learning and coaching others.
• A commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.

Mandatory Requirements

• Full registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
• Minimum five years’ teaching experience with inclusive education practice.
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
• Current Queensland Driver's Licence (if required).

Highly Regarded

• Postgraduate qualifications in Inclusive Education or a related discipline.
• Experience leading whole-school initiatives in diverse learning and inclusion

Why choose BCE

Benefits

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.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and 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 the core of our Catholic values and 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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