About the role

Loreto College Coorparoo is proud to be recognised in 2026 as a 5-Star Employer of Choice by The Educator, an award which celebrates leading Australian schools and education providers.

As part of our continued commitment to academic excellence and enriching student learning, the College is seeking an experienced and future-focused educational leader to join our community in the newly created position of Curriculum Leader: Academics. This is an influential middle leadership opportunity for an accomplished educator who can translate strategic priorities, curriculum requirements and evidence into high-quality teaching and improved student outcomes.

Working collaboratively with College leadership, Curriculum Leaders and teaching staff, the Curriculum Leader: Academics provides strategic and operational leadership of academic programs across the College. The role strengthens curriculum design, assessment, moderation and reporting; promotes consistent, contemporary teaching practice; and uses internal and external data to guide improvement. The successful applicant will also build staff capability through professional dialogue, coaching and targeted learning.

Commencing in January 2027, this is an initial four-year appointment, with the opportunity for two further four-year appointments subject to the position continuing and satisfactory performance reviews.

Applications close 10.00am on Friday, 30 October 2026.

The full Position Description is available via the College's website under Employment (www.loreto.qld.edu.au/discover-loreto/employment).

Key responsibilities

- Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a coherent, high-quality academic program.
- Ensure curriculum, assessment, moderation and reporting practices meet relevant national, state and College requirements.
- Analyse student achievement and learning data to identify priorities,



inform interventions and monitor improvement.
- Work with Curriculum Leaders and teachers to strengthen planning, pedagogy, assessment literacy and professional practice.
- Support effective academic pathways, subject selection and processes that enable students to achieve their potential.
- Coordinate academic policies, procedures, records and key processes with accuracy and consistency.
- Contribute actively to College-wide planning and foster strong, respectful relationships with students, staff and families.

About you You will be an accomplished teacher and collaborative leader who combines sound curriculum knowledge with solid analytical, organisational and communication skills. You will bring:

- demonstrated success in leading curriculum, assessment and academic improvement;
- a strong understanding of contemporary learning, teaching and evidence-informed practice;
- the ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical improvement strategies;
- the capacity to lead change, build trust and develop the capability of others;
- high-level judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities;
- a commitment to the ethos, mission and values of a Catholic school in the Loreto tradition; and
- current Queensland teacher registration

Benefits

- Annual leave loading on up to four (4) weeks paid annual leave
- Salary packaging options
- 12.75% Superannuation (no employee co-contribution required)
- Ten (10) days personal leave (pro-rata)




- College-supported professional development and learning opportunities
- Employer paid annual training in CPR and triennial training in First Aid for permanent staff
- Access to EAP Support for staff members and their immediate family

About us Loreto College Coorparoo is a Catholic school in the Mary Ward tradition, guided by the values of felicity, freedom, justice, sincerity and verity. Mary Ward’s enduring vision—to educate and empower young women to act with courage, integrity and purpose—continues to shape the life, culture and strategic direction of the College.

As Loreto approaches its centenary in 2028, the College is honouring its rich heritage while confidently shaping its future. You will have the opportunity to shape academic practice at a whole-school level while working with dedicated colleagues in a culture of professional learning, collaboration and genuine care.

How to Apply To submit an application for this position, use the Seek Apply button. Applications should be addressed to the Principal and must include:

- A one-page cover letter addressing the key responsibilities in the Position Description, your readiness to contribute to the College Leadership Team, and your alignment with Loreto’s mission and values.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three (3) referees

Loreto College reserves the right to interview candidates before the closing date. Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted by Tuesday, 03 November 2026. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Loreto College is committed to the safety of our students and student protection is everyone’s responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children.

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