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 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 Augustine’s College provides a robust P-12 Catholic education in the Augustinian tradition. Located in Augustine Heights, we are an inclusive, Catholic College offering a rounded education that supports the growth of each student. Celebrating the Augustinian core values of Unity, Love and Truth, we provide a nurturing coeducational experience that allows students and families to journey from Prep through to Year 12. Students are supported to explore their full potential as learners, and this is complemented by a rich program of cocurricular offerings. Located in the western corridor between Brisbane and Ipswich, the College is easily accessed via the Centenary and Logan Motorways with buses available for students from surrounding areas. Our commitment to students is at the heart of everything we do. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

St Augustine’s College, Augustine Heights seeks an inspiring Assistant Principal - Curriculum (Years 10-12) to lead teaching and learning excellence, driving student achievement and innovative curriculum practices across the senior years.

- Location:



St Augustines College - Augustine Heights
- Start date: Commencing January 2027
- Status: Full-time Fixed Term/Variation (This is a 5 year appointment with a further 5 years offered pending a positive review)
- Salary: $149,763.00 - $157,120.00 + 12.75 Super
- Ad close date: 2nd October 2026
- Contact: [email protected] | (07) 3814 8300

Please note: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal (with a further 5 years offer 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

- Model and embed a contemporary Catholic worldview within curriculum design, pedagogy and assessment practices.
- Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of a compliant whole-school curriculum aligned with BCE frameworks and system expectations.
- Lead the development of high-impact pedagogical practices that improve student learning outcomes across all year levels.
- Oversee the development and implementation of assessment frameworks that are aligned with QCAA and BCE expectations.
- Collaborate with inclusive education leaders to ensure curriculum access and participation for all learners, including students with diverse needs.
- Work collaboratively as a member of the Campus Leadership Team to align teaching and learning priorities with BCE strategic direction.
- Ensure all curriculum, assessment and reporting practices comply with BCE policies, QCAA requirements and legislative expectations.
- Ensure clear, timely and professional communication with parents and caregivers regarding student learning progress and curriculum matters.
- Contribute to whole-school strategic planning, improvement agendas and review processes aligned with BCE frameworks.

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.

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 workplace 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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📌 Assistant Principal (Curriculum) Years 10-12 - St Augustine's College, AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS (East Ipswich)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
📍 East Ipswich