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.

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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 Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school’s philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about this ‘Little Place with a Big Heart'. Summary Step into an exciting senior leadership opportunity as Assistant Principal Administration (APA) at St Andrew’s School, Ferny Grove. Join a warm and supportive Catholic school community of more than 530 students, where relationships, belonging and a strong Catholic identity are at the heart of school life.



Working alongside the Principal and leadership team, you will help shape the strategic and operational direction of the school, strengthen a thriving and sustainable community, and contribute to the learning, wellbeing and success of every student. Guided by the spirit of St Benedict and the UBUNTU philosophy, this is an opportunity to lead with purpose and make a lasting contribution to a school proudly known as a ‘Little Place with a Big Heart’.
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Location:
St Andrew's School, FERNY GROVE
- Start date: Commencing January, 2027
- Work Hours: Full-time
- Status: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal (with a further 5 years offered subject to a positive review), with an underlying continuing teaching status.
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Salary:
$149,763.00
- $157,120.00 + 12.75% super (commensurate with experience)
- Ad close date: 19 November, 2026
- Contact: Amanda Steer, Principal | Email: [email protected] Please note: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal Administration (APA) (with a further 5 years offered 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 qualified 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 leaders

📌 Assistant Principal Administration (Brisbane)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
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