Program Leader (Professional Practice) - McAuley College, Beaudesert

McAuley; Beaudesert; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging options

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

McAuley College Beaudesert invites a Program Leader (Professional Practice) to inspire teaching and learning, supervise staff, and drive continuous improvement across the college. The role leads a designated program and aligns with BCE values and the college’s Mercy tradition.

The position requires Catholic commitment, leadership experience in education, strong planning skills, and the ability to build partnerships with external organisations. Start Jan 2027; 30 hours/week; salary range applies.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the appointment period.
• Be a committed, practicing Catholic (or ecumenical context), aligned with the school’s faith traditions.
• Experience in school leadership or supporting Catholic schools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead academic, cultural, outreach, or sporting programs.
• Proven ability to supervise and support teaching staff across a school.
• Strong organisational skills to coordinate program logistics, resources and operations.
• Excellent communication with students, parents, staff and external partners.
• Capacity to build partnerships with external organisations to enhance outcomes.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of the school.
• Ability to lead professional learning aligned with current best practices and research.
• Active contribution to school leadership and meetings.
• Competence in managing budgets and material resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the designated program in the school.
• Supervise teachers engaged in the program across the school.
• Induct new teachers within the program.
• Monitor program outcomes and address areas of concern.
• Coordinate work of staff delivering the program, aligned with school ethos.
• Regularly communicate with stakeholders to ensure smooth operation.
• Organise program activities, resources, transport, and personnel.
• Stay abreast of best practice and provide professional learning.
• Contribute to school leadership through meetings.
• Manage budgets and allocated resources.

Skills

School leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Faith commitment

Education

Leadership experience in education

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Program Leader (Professional Practice) - McAuley College, BEAUDESERT

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
McAuley College is a 7-12 co-educational secondary College in Beaudesert at the heart of the Scenic Rim. The College prioritises learning and wellbeing for everyone and prides itself on its inclusive approach. As a rural school, we are proud to be an active contributor to our local community and work to connect our students and staff with the Beaudesert Community. As a school in the Mercy Tradition, we work collaboratively to ensure that students and staff at McAuley College are Known, Supported and Challenged. This focus underpins our College touchstones of BELIEVE, LEARN, and SERVE. At the heart of our community is our culture that has created our unique caring and supportive environment. Explore our school website to learn more about this amazing school and why McAuley College is a great place to work.

Summary

McAuley College, Beaudesert is seeking a Program Leader (Professional Practice) to lead and inspire high-quality teaching and learning, supporting staff development and driving continuous improvement in classroom practice across the College.

• Location: McAuley College, Beaudesert
• Start date: Commencing January 2027
• Work hours: 30.00 hours per week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + Middle leader Tier 2 Allowance + 12.75% Super
• Status: Full Time Continuing

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 the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Lead the designated program in the school.
• Supervise teachers engaged in the program throughout the school.
• Induct new teachers within the program (or supervise the induction where it is undertaken by another experienced teacher).
• Monitor program outcomes for students and address areas of concern through appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate the work of staff engaged in delivering the designated program in the light of the values and ethos of the school.
• Regularly communicate with stakeholders (students, parents, school staff and other personnel) to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Organise program activities including resources, transport, operations, staff, etc.
• Keep abreast of best practice in the program area through on-going professional reading and research and providing for the professional learning of staff in line with these developments.
• Contribute to the leadership of the school through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings.
• Manage financial and material resources within the area of responsibility including the formulation of budgets and the expenditure of allocated funds.
  

About you

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

• Eligibility to work within Australia for the period of appointment.
• Be a committed, practicing Catholic, or in an ecumenical school, a committed, practicing member of one of the faith traditions represented in that ecumenical school.
• Experience in school leadership, or a role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in leading academic, cultural, outreach, or sporting programs.
• Proven ability to supervise and support teaching staff across a school setting.
• Strong organisational skills to coordinate program logistics, resources, and operations.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with students, parents, staff, and external partners.
• Capacity to build and maintain partnerships with external organisations to enhance program outcomes.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of the school in all aspects of program leadership.
• Ability to lead professional learning aligned with current best practices and research.
• Active contribution to school leadership through participation in staff and leadership meetings.
• Competence in managing budgets and material resources responsibly.

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)
• 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.

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 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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