Head of Faculty (Religious Education) - Emmaus College

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12.75% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health insurance discounts

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton and Emmaus College, Rockhampton, invite applications for the Head of Faculty (Religious Education). This Middle Leader role commences January 2027 and runs alongside a permanent teaching position, offering a path to leadership within a thriving Catholic college.

The successful candidate will model excellence in teaching, administration and community engagement, driving quality pedagogy, strong student outcomes and collaborative leadership with the

Qualifications

• A commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education
• Ability to lead quality teaching and learning practices
• Willingness to engage with professional development to enhance pedagogy and student outcomes
• Ability to work with Leadership Team to support growth and curriculum development

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Religious Education Faculty within Emmaus College
• Drive quality teaching practices and student outcomes in RE
• Collaborate with Leadership Team and staff for school growth and extra-curricular life
• Fulfil the role alongside a permanent teaching position starting January 2027

Skills

Leadership

Catholic Education ethos

Teaching leadership

Collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

QCT registration eligibility

Job description

Head of Faculty (Religious Education) - Emmaus College

Position: Head of Faculty (Religious Education) - Emmaus College, Rockhampton

Start date: January 2027

Employment Status: Full-Time (in conjunction with a permanent Teaching Role)

Salary Range: $106,135 - $144,259 ($144,259 salary applies for teachers with a minimum of 5 years FTE service)

Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026

What we are looking for:

Emmaus College seeks applications from suitably qualified established and aspiring leaders to undertake the position of Head of Faculty (Religious Education). This is a Middle Leader position commencing from January 2027, in conjunction with a permanent teaching role at the college.

We seek passionate leaders who will strive for excellence in teaching, administration, professional conduct, relationships with parents and the wider school community and a genuine interest for young people and their learning.

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• A commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education
• An ability to develop and lead quality teaching and learning practices
• A willingness to proactively engage with professional development opportunities to enhance quality pedagogy and student outcomes
• An ability to work in collaboration with the Leadership Team and other staff members to contribute to the future planned growth, development and extra-curricular life of the College

Emmaus College is a co-educational Catholic College in the heart of Rockhampton. The College offers a tailored journey designed to support students at pivotal points in their young lives. The separate Middle School and Senior School campuses provide extensive facilities and create learning environments designed to nurture and empower the students that they serve.

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration

Generous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:

• Competitive salary - Middle Leader Tier 3 ( $106,135 - $144,259 ($144,259 salary applies for teachers with a minimum of 5 years FTE service)
• Recognition of Service for salary purposes (on provision of Statement of Service)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• 39 weeks of term time for a school year
• Access to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)
• Induction and professional learning programs
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools

For a confidential conversation please contact Mrs Marie Martin, Principal, Emmaus College, Rockhampton on 07 4923 5700.

For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support S ervices 07 4994 8086 or [e-mail]

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, dynamic and growing organisation with a currentenrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, EarlyLearning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges.Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackayin the north and west to Longreach.

With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional andcareer development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversityin our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to theworkplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis oncaring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of theirlives.