Company description:

About BCE

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.

Job description:

Summary

Leverage your expertise in strategy and collaboration across Brisbane Catholic Education, driving enhancements in operational efficiency. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Senior Religious Education Leader to join our team. This role is pivotal in deepening the knowledge of the Catholic Tradition, Scripture, and Theology among teachers and students. The successful candidate will lead engaging professional development and formation opportunities, fostering a greater understanding of the Catholic Tradition and its role in Catholic education.

• Location: BCE Office - Woolloongabba
• Work hours: Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
• Salary: $150,828 - $167,580 + super
• Status: Permanent (continuing)

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Lead and deliver strategic objectives affecting the organisational direction to enhance Religious Education, Catholic Perspectives across the Curriculum, and student formation. This includes designing, planning, implementing, and evaluating policies, practices, and professional learning programs.
• Collaborate on the development of recontextualised Religious Education unit samples and associated contemporary resources.
• Facilitate the implementation and evaluation of professional learning regarding the Archdiocese of Brisbane Religious Education Curriculum P-12.
• Manage and build experiential opportunities for student formation through retreats and external opportunities. Develop resources to enhance the Catholic Identity of schools.
• Consult, collaborate with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders internally and externally to share professional knowledge, build capability, and collaborate on projects.
• Lead the curation and update of Spire and external sites as key communication sources for all staff.
• Manage high performing teams across function areas to achieve team goals.

About you

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

• Undertaking the development and review of strategic processes toenhance the effectiveness of Catholic education initiatives.
• Being responsible for the implementation and delivery of strategic objectives and attainment.
• Identifying function area needs for now and the future.
• Stakeholder engagement across an organisation at a Senior level.
• Managing teams across different function areas.
• Possession of Masters level qualifications in Religious Education, Theology, leadership, spirituality, or a similar relevant field.
• A committed practising Catholic with a deep understanding of the purpose and mission of the Catholic Church and Catholic schools.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Full registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children.

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.