Pastoral Leader

7 days ago

Ipswich, South Dakota, Australia Brisbane Catholic Education Full time
Pastoral Leader - Year Level - St Mary's College, Ipswich

Role: Pastoral Leader - Year Level - St Mary's College, Ipswich at Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE).

About Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE): BCE is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. BCE is the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all students, and offers a supportive working culture focused on care for the individual.

About Our School: St Mary's College, Ipswich is a close-knit Catholic, secondary college educating young women in the Mercy Tradition. The college has an enrolment of over 740 students and emphasizes values-based, holistic learning. Our school community values Hospitality, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Respect and Wisdom.

Summary: The Pastoral Leader supports the school's mission by leading pastoral practices for student welfare, ensuring programs promote Gospel values, supervising teacher practices, fostering partnerships with families and external entities, managing student behaviour, and overseeing resources effectively.

  • Location: St Marys College - Ipswich (S)
  • Start date: 21/01/2026
  • Work hours: 30.00 hours per week
  • Salary: $86,601.00 - $124,725.00 + Tier 2c ML Allowance + super
  • Status: Full-time
  • Ad close date: 21/09/25
  • Contact: (07) 3432 5444
About the Opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

  • Providing leadership in pastoral care for a designated group of students, ensuring their well-being aligns with the school's mission and values.
  • Supervising teachers involved in student pastoral care, offering guidance and support for effective practices.
  • Facilitating the induction process for new teachers within your area of responsibility or overseeing their induction when handled by other experienced staff.
  • Monitoring students' holistic development, including academic performance, social interactions, spiritual growth, and physical health, and addressing concerns through appropriate measures.
  • Coordinating efforts among staff focused on student welfare, fostering teamwork and aligning activities with the school's ethos.
  • Managing student behavior in line with the school's behavior management policies, promoting a safe and respectful environment.
  • Organising and overseeing pastoral activities such as camps, retreats, and other events that enrich the informal curriculum, collaborating with other personnel as needed.
  • Staying updated on best practices in student care and welfare through ongoing professional development and sharing insights to enhance staff learning.
  • Handling financial and material resources within your area of responsibility, including budget planning and managing allocated funds effectively.
About You / Qualifications
  • Experience in teaching and leading the teaching of religious education to provide leadership in pastoral care, ensuring the well-being of students aligns with the school's ethos and values.
  • Strong capability to monitor students' holistic development, addressing academic, social, spiritual, and physical concerns as necessary.
  • Knowledge of behaviour management practices to promote a safe and respectful learning environment.
  • Experience in organising and overseeing pastoral activities such as camps, retreats, or enrichment events, collaborating effectively with relevant personnel.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development, implementing best practices in student care and sharing insights with staff.
  • Experience in school leadership, or a role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, including strong financial management skills (budget planning and management of material resources).
  • Hold Accreditation to Teach Religion in a Catholic School, or equivalent from another Diocese.
  • For this position you are required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding
  • Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
  • Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers
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
  • Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
  • Active staff social club and wellness programs
  • Personal support for employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program

Notes: Applications may be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the advertised close date. BCE is committed to safeguarding children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. BCE conducts required checks for all persons engaging with children and young people. BCE is committed to child safety and has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. BCE values equity and inclusion and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. By continuing, you agree to BCE's Privacy Policy and to be considered for BCE's talent pools for future opportunities.


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