Head of College (7-12) - St Eugene College, BURPENGARY

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Burpengary; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and flexible

Salary packaging and fringe benefits

Targeted AI tools and training

Wellness programs

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education Office in Burpengary, QLD, seeks a Years 7-12 Head of College for St Eugene College to lead the senior school with the Principal, advancing Catholic identity, student engagement and learning outcomes. This substantive 5-year appointment may be extended, with a start planned for January 2027.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership in Catholic education, strategic school improvement, and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• Catholic (or faith partner of one of BCE partner schools) is required

Responsibilities

• Nurture the spiritual growth of staff and students by modelling the Catholic ethos and Gospel values
• Support the Principal through liaising with the school community and implementing strategic decisions
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative teaching culture and drive continuous professional development

Job description

Head of College (7-12) - St Eugene College, BURPENGARY

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Burpengary 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.

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

St Eugene College is a Catholic co-educational Prep-12 school located in Burpengary, with an enrolment of over 1500 students and a staff of approximately 150. We are a dynamic learning community for both our staff and students Our de Mazenod Charism and belief in the dignity of each person, along with our philosophy of transforming learning makes our College a place where all people feel they belong, can grow professionally and personally to embrace the JOY of working with young people.

Inspired by the practical example of Eugene de Mazenod, our lives are centred in God. We strive to be living proof of social consciousness. We are altruistic, focused on recognising the needs of others and our world and using the capabilities and dispositions to address them. We challenge our students to walk in the footsteps of Jesus by giving back to the community and transform our world by continuing to live de Mazenod (Oblate) values all their lives Our moral imperative is to provide authentic, engaging learning experiences to create future focussed learners who can both contribute to and lead in an everchanging world/society. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

St Eugene College, Burpengary, is seeking a years 7-12 Head of College to join the school senior leadership team. As the Head of College you will actively contribute and embed the culture of the College through assisting the Principal to achieve the school's mission and vision and overall strategic direction.

• Location: St Eugene College - Burpengary (S)
• Start date: January, 2027
• Status: Full-time | Fixed Term (Substantive 5 year appointment)
• Salary: $149,763.00 - $183,778.00 per annum + 12.75% Super
• Ad close date: 6th November, 2026
• Contact: (07) 3491 4*** | ***email_hidden***

Please note: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Head of College (with a further 5 years offered subject to a positive review), with an underlying continuing teaching status.

About The Opportunity

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) invites applications for this School Senior Leadership position with the capability to support the Principal in:

• building the religious life of the school and a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community;
• growing the engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school; and
• building a sustainable school community, ensuring stewardship of resources with transparency, accountability and compliance.

In This Position You Will Be Responsible For

• Nurture the spiritual growth of staff and students by modelling the Catholic ethos and Gospel values, promoting quality religious education, formation and pastoral care
• Support the Principal to through liasing with the school community, implementing and guiding strategic decisions and setting clear goals that strengthen Catholic identity and educational outcomes
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative teaching culture, developing a high performance culture through providing professional learning, regular feedback and continuous staff development
• Overseeing change leadership with clear purpose and the assessment of the impact on the school community
• Embeding effective, evidence-based teaching practices and drive continuous improvement to achieve teaching excellence.

About You

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

• Experience as an Assistant Principal, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Deputy Principal, Head of Campus or Principal, or a senior role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, or equivalent experience
• Experience in teaching, and leading the teaching of, religious education.

Eligibility And Safeguarding Requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• For this position you are required to be Catholic (or a faith partner of one of our ecumenical schools).

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:

Benefits

• 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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