Inclusive Practices Leader

Commencing Date: 19 January 2026

Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term

Salary Range: $86,600 - $124,725 per annum + $13,024 ML Allowance pending experience

Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025

Gilroy Santa Maria College, Ingham is a co-educational Year 7 to 12 college that offers outstanding educational opportunities to approximately 305 students within a supportive and caring environment. The College is recognised throughout Northern Queensland as a school that has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields. Students are offered a diverse curriculum in modern, well-equipped facilities with impressive grounds and sports ovals.

About the role

Gilroy Santa Maria College, Ingham, is seeking a visionary and experienced Middle Leader – Inclusive Practices to join our vibrant Catholic learning community. This is a Full Time, Fixed Term Contract position commencing Term 1, 2026 for the duration of the 2026 school year.

As Middle Leader – Inclusive Practices, you'll lead inclusive education across the College, ensuring students with disabilities and additional learning needs are supported to thrive. You'll collaborate with staff, guide curriculum adjustments, and drive evidence-informed strategies that foster academic, social, and emotional growth for all students. This role blends strategic leadership, instructional coaching, and faith-based values to shape a culture of equity and excellence.

• • Provide expert guidance on educational adjustments and student support
• Coach and mentor staff through observation, feedback, and professional learning
• Coordinate IEPs and inclusive workflows aligned with policy and timelines
• Analyse student data to inform decisions and improve outcomes
• Collaborate with leadership and external stakeholders to enhance student wellbeing
• Contribute to the College's mission through faith, educational, and strategic leadership

For further details please see attached position description.

About you

You're a dynamic educator and leader with:

• A clear commitment to Catholic values and inclusive education
• Proven success in classroom teaching and curriculum leadership
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and leading professional development
• Strong analytical skills and data-informed decision-making
• Courage to innovate and lead change in complex educational settings
• Deep knowledge of inclusive pedagogy and the Australian Curriculum
• Experience with ICT integration and instructional coaching
• Strategic thinking and systems awareness across multidisciplinary teams
• A future-focused mindset and ability to inspire others

Mandatory Criteria

• Appropriate tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers
• Current Driver's Licence
• Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

Desirable Criteria

• Completion or progress towards a postgraduate qualification in inclusive education
• Professional activity through membership of professional association/s and on-going professional development.
• Active pastoral engagement, authentic witness, sacramental participation and leadership in the life of the Church.

At Gilroy Santa Maria College, you'll be part of a welcoming, faith-filled community that celebrates diversity, lifelong learning, and student success. You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful change, empower others, and make a lasting impact.

Our Organisation

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. Townsville Catholic Education 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.

How to apply

• Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)
• Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
• Upload a current resume

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications close at 3.00 pm Monday 13 October2025 unless filled prior.