Job description:
SUMMARY
The Assistant Principal – Curriculum provides strategic and operational leadership in curriculum, pedagogy and assessment to optimise student learning outcomes across the College.
This role enables high-quality teaching and learning through the development of a cohesive curriculum framework, fostering a culture of professional learning, and ensuring alignment with Brisbane Catholic Education’s mission to teach, challenge and transform.
Working in partnership with the Head of Campus and Campus Leadership Team (CLT), the Assistant Principal – Curriculum leads evidence-informed practice, promotes academic excellence, and ensures compliance with QCAA and relevant educational authorities.
At Southern Cross Catholic College, this role is exercised within the Lasallian tradition, embedding the College’s charism within curriculum, pedagogy and student learning pathways.
- Location: Southern Cross Catholic College, Secondary - Scarborough Campus
- Start date: 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 - $157,120 per annum + 12.5% Super
- Ad close date: 30th August 2026
- Contact: Conor Finn | 07 3480 3600 | Conor.Finn@bne.catholic.edu.au
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 our school
Southern Cross Catholic College is a Prep to Year 12 school offering families a co-educational pathway to life-long learning. The College was founded in 1995 following the amalgamation of the Catholic primary and secondary schools in the Moreton Bay Region.
The multi-campus College operates as the principal Catholic College on the Redcliffe peninsula. Southern Cross Catholic College has three campuses located in Scarborough, Kippa Ring and Woody Point accommodating students in Prep to Year 6 and a fourth campus in Scarborough accommodating middle and senior years students from Year 7 to 12. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
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).
Application The Position Description, Eligibility Criteria and Referee Statement proformas for this position are provided on our careers page and should be downloaded prior to starting your application.
To ensure your application can be fully assessed, please make sure all required documentation is submitted. Applications that are missing documentation and are incomplete may not be progressed.
Response to criteria and resume (upload as a single document)
1. A response (up to 250 words each) to the following criteria (response should be included within cover letter) -
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a school community effectively, including experience in strategic planning, staff development, and fostering a positive school culture.
- Proven commitment to promoting and integrating Catholic values and teachings within the school environment, including the ability to lead faith-based initiatives and support the spiritual development of students and staff.
- Extensive experience in educational leadership, including a strong track record of implementing innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and improving student outcomes in accordance with AITSL standards.
2. Resume - outlining skills, qualifications, accreditation and experience you bring to this leadership role.
In addition we require Referee Statements
3. Line Manager and Parish Priest Referee Statements - templates are available from our careers page (these can be emailed directly from referees to careersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au)
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.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and 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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