Lead Advisor - Formation and Engagement: Education

Brisbane Catholic Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging options

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

AI tools and ethics training

Staff social club

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education in Brisbane is seeking a Lead Advisor to shape Catholic identity, Religious Education and student formation across BCE schools. You will design contemporary professional learning, curate resources and lead initiatives with school and office leaders to strengthen curriculum delivery.

The role offers flexible work arrangements, permanent status, and opportunities to collaborate with diverse networks across the Archdiocese of Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Experience leading curriculum development and professional learning in Catholic education.
• Proven ability to design and implement formation programs.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Current QCT registration or equivalent for teaching professionals.
• Masters in Religious Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, design, deliver and evaluate professional learning through quality resources to build BCE capacity in Catholic identity and formation.
• Lead the Religious Education Curriculum design and alignment with BCE Identity Framework.
• Lead professional learning for school leaders and staff across BCE school communities.
• Lead development of formation programs for prayers and liturgical experiences.
• Analyse school data and progress actions to enhance Religious Education outcomes.
• Establish internal and external networks to support annual plan objectives.
• Curation and update of Spire and external sites as a communication source for staff.

Skills

Religious Education

Theology

Catholic Identity

Student Formation

Adult Formation

Education

Masters in Religious Education

Progress toward Masters in Religious Education

QCT registration

Job description

Lead Advisor - Formation and Engagement: Education

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Woolloongabba QLD

About Brisbane 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 team

The Formation and Engagement: Education team provides curriculum guidance, professional learning and specialised resources to support the teaching of Religious Education across BCE. Working closely with school leaders and staff, the team helps strengthen educator capability and improve student learning outcomes.

Summary

Join Brisbane Catholic Education in a highly influential role supporting the continued growth of Catholic identity, Religious Education and student formation across our school communities. As Lead Advisor, Formation and Engagement: Education, you will shape contemporary professional learning, resources and formation opportunities that deepen understanding of the Catholic Tradition, Scripture and theology. Working closely with school and office leaders, you will provide strategic advice and lead initiatives that strengthen curriculum delivery and embed Catholic Social Teaching across the curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to influence practice, build capability and create meaningful experiences for teachers and students across the Archdiocese of Brisbane. Based at Woolloongabba, the position will also engage directly with schools, stakeholders and professional networks.

• Work hours:Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements
• Status: Permanent (Continuing) | Commencing January 2027
• Contact:**********@bne.catholic.edu.au

About the opportunity

In this position you will:

• Lead, design, deliver and evaluate professional learning through the creation of quality resources to build BCE school and office capacity in enhancing Catholic identity, Religious Education, Catholic Social Teaching across the Curriculum and student formation. This includes providing strategic advice, utilising research and professional reading to design, plan and deliver and evaluate policies, practices professional learning and other programs and actions to further enhance student formation in the Christian Catholic Tradition within BCE school communities
• Lead the design, development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensively resourced Religious Education Curriculum that aligns with the BCE Catholic Identity Framework and Education Strategy, and Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) across BCE schools
• Lead, adapt, deploy and review professional learning and resources for fit‑for‑purpose use by school leaders and staff across all Catholic school communities of the Archdiocese.
• Lead the development and delivery of formation programs and resources for prayers and liturgical experiences
• Undertake advanced analysis and interpretation of school data, including Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) and student achievement, and collaboratively develop and progress actions and resources that can be adapted and utilised to enhance the learning outcomes of students in Religious Education
• Establish and influence a diverse range of internal and external networks to maintain and share professional knowledge, support and lead the delivery of annual plan objectives
• Lead the curation and update of Spire and external sites as a key communication source for all staff

About you

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

• A committed practicing Catholic with a deep understanding of the mission of the Catholic Church and Catholic education
• Demonstrated expertise in Religious Education, Theology, Catholic identity or student and adult formation
• Strong experience designing and facilitating professional learning for diverse audiences
• Proven ability to develop high‑quality curriculum materials, formation programs and educational resources
• A strategic and collaborative approach, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships
• Well‑developed analytical skills and the ability to use research and school data to guide improvement
• Current Queensland College of Teachers registration or equivalent experience in adult formation
• A relevant Masters qualification, or progress towards one, in Religious Education, Theology, Christian Leadership or a related field

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Full registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children.
• Current line manager and Parish Priest as a referee

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‑scrificing 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 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.