Senior Education Advisor

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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. 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.

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About our team

Our School Performance Cluster Partner Team collaborates within and across BCE to provide specialised, multi-disciplinary support to schools. Our goal is to enhance student learning outcomes through informed decisions and sustainable processes. We offer differentiated support and advice in learning and pedagogy, literacy, numeracy, technologies, inclusive education, engagement, and student wellbeing, with focus on compliance, improvement, and excellence in each school context.

Summary

S howcase your ability as the Senior Education Advisor - Curriculum, Learning and Pedagogy, driving organisational change through process improvements. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic, high-impact support to school leaders and educators, helping them implement effective pedagogical practices aligned with our strategic priorities and compliance standards. This role supports our Secondary Schools in Gold Coast, Scenic Rim, Ipswich, Logan and Thornlands.

• Location: BECO Woolloongabba - travel required to Gold Coast, Scenic Rim, Ipswich, Logan and Thornlands.
• Work hours: Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
• Salary: $137,560 - $152,836 plus super
• Status: Permanent (continuing)
• Ad Close Date: 20 October 2025

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Provide strategic, curriculum-focused advice to influence school direction and operational outcomes.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to analyse priorities and determine organisational needs.
• Support the development of teaching expertise across AITSL career stages (Teacher, Middle Leader, Principal) and have experience in building leadership capability in College and Middle Leaders.
• Deliver differentiated support models including instructional coaching, co-teaching, and professional learning networks.
• Use school-centric data to challenge perspectives, make informed recommendations, and drive improvement.
• Conduct high-level reviews and prepare technical reports on significant projects and research.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships to share expertise and deliver outcomes.
• Enhance operational performance through subject matter expertise across schools and business areas.

About you

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

• A deep understanding of curriculum and pedagogical practices.
• Have instructional leadership experience and have an expertise in Pedagogy and curriculum.
• Proven ability to build capacity in educators and school leaders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and educational excellence.
• Creative thinker and excellent problem solver
• Worked with multiple stakeholders and leadership teams in your area of specialty.
• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and/or relevant experience (highly regarded).

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Full registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).

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.

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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