Middle Leader Pastoral

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Middle Leader Allowance Tier 3

Superannuation 12.75%

Job summary

St Peter Claver College, Riverview in Ipswich is seeking a passionate Middle Leader (Pastoral) to provide strong pastoral leadership, support student wellbeing and engagement, and contribute to a positive and inclusive College community.

The role involves supervising staff, coordinating inductions for new teachers, and monitoring students' holistic development in alignment with BCE values. It is a continuing appointment with opportunities for renewal based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide leadership in pastoral care.
• Strong capability to monitor students' holistic development.
• Knowledge of behavior management practices.
• Experience organizing pastoral activities such as camps, retreats, or enrichment events.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget planning.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership in pastoral care for a designated group of students, ensuring their well‑being aligns with the school's mission and values.
• Supervising teachers involved in student pastoral care, offering guidance and support for effective practices.
• Facilitating the induction process for new teachers within your area of responsibility or overseeing their induction when handled by other experienced staff.
• Monitoring students' holistic development, including their academic performance, social interactions, spiritual growth, and physical health, and addressing concerns through appropriate measures.
• Coordinating efforts among staff focused on student welfare, fostering teamwork and aligning activities with the school's ethos.
• Managing student behavior in line with the school's behavior management policies, promoting a safe and respectful environment.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Student wellbeing

Team supervision

Budget management

Catholic ethos

Induction of new staff

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Ipswich 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.

Summary

St Peter Claver College, Riverview is seeking a passionate Middle Leader (Pastoral) to provide strong pastoral leadership, support student wellbeing and engagement, and contribute to a positive and inclusive College community.

• Location: St Peter Claver - Riverview
• Start date: Commencing January 2027
• Work hours: 30.00 per week
• Salary: $86,601.00 - $124,725.00 + Middle Leader Allowance Tier 3 + 12.75% Super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Full Time
• Ad close date: 22nd November 2026

This is a continuing teaching appointment, with an initial appointment into the Middle Leader position including Middle Leader Allowance, concluding at the end of the current triennium (December 2029). Two subsequent three-year appointments with the Middle Leader Allowance can be offered subject to satisfactory performance in the position and the ongoing existence of the position.

About our school

Looking for an exciting career opportunity in education? Look no further than St Peter Claver College!

As a Catholic school in the Marist tradition, we have been providing high-quality, co-educational experiences to students in the Ipswich region since 1976. We believe in offering contemporary learning experiences and subject offerings that appeal to students across the academic spectrum.

Our teachers are committed to knowing each student as an individual and supporting them in achieving to their utmost capabilities; complemented by contemporary classroom environments and state of the art resourcing.
If you are passionate about education and looking to make a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dynamic team at St Peter Claver College. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership in pastoral care for a designated group of students, ensuring their well‑being aligns with the school's mission and values.
• Supervising teachers involved in student pastoral care, offering guidance and support for effective practices.
• Facilitating the induction process for new teachers within your area of responsibility or overseeing their induction when handled by other experienced staff.
• Monitoring students' holistic development, including their academic performance, social interactions, spiritual growth, and physical health, and addressing concerns through appropriate measures.
• Coordinating efforts among staff focused on student welfare, fostering teamwork and aligning activities with the school's ethos.
• Managing student behavior in line with the school's behavior management policies, promoting a safe and respectful environment.

About you

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

• Proven ability to provide leadership in pastoral care, ensuring the well‑being of students aligns with the school's ethos and values.
• Strong capability to monitor students' holistic development, addressing academic, social, spiritual, and physical concerns as necessary.
• Knowledge of behavior management practices to promote a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Experience in organizing and overseeing pastoral activities such as camps, retreats, or enrichment events, collaborating effectively with relevant personnel.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, implementing best practices in student care and sharing insights with staff.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget planning and effective handling of material resources within your area of responsibility.
• For this position you are required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

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-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 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.

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