Program Leader

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. 

About our school 

Assisi Catholic College is a beautifully designed P-12 Brisbane Catholic Education co-educational school, with an enrolment of approximately 1,520 students. Our college is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and faith-filled learning environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential. We seek passionate and professional staff members who are independent, flexible, creative, and energised by the challenges of teaching in a contemporary educational setting.  

Our outstanding facilities and innovative models of schooling support personalised, teacher-guided independent learning, community-based programs, adaptable spaces, and innovative learning technologies in a 1:1 environment. 

At Assisi, we believe in holistic education, nurturing not only academic excellence but also the spiritual, physical, emotional, and social development of our students. Our commitment to creating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and community is evident in our everyday practices and interactions. 

The College offers four phases of learning: Early Years (Prep–Year 3), Junior Years (Years 4–6), Middle Years (Years 7–9), and Senior Years (Years 10–12). As an authentic P–12 institution, Assisi Catholic College is characterised by continuity and connection across all learning phases and activities. Our leadership approach is guided by servant leadership principles, prioritising the needs of our students and staff. We are committed to continuous improvement and professional growth to provide the best possible educational experience. 

Guided by our patrons, St Francis and St Clare, the College is deeply committed to the Gospel values of peace, love, truth, social justice, and ecology. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected in our campus design and various energy-efficient practices. Our motto, "Peace through Justice," encapsulates our core values. 

If you share our passion for education and dedication to student growth and well-being, we encourage you to explore opportunities to join our professional and supportive team. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Assisi Catholic College is seeking to appoint a Support Teacher: Inclusive Education (Secondary School) who will also undertake the role of Program Leader (P–12 Inclusive Education) on a 12-month contract.

• Location: Assisi Catholic College - Upper Coomera (S)
• Start date: Commencing January 2026 
• Work hours: 30 hours/week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725/annum + Middle Leader Tier 2 Allowance + superannuation 
• Status: Full Time Fixed Term (Until the end of 2026 school year)
• Ad close date: 1 December 2025
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Enjoy the stability of a 12-month contract with genuine potential for ongoing employment. The Middle Leader component will be reviewed at the close of the current triennium (December

In this position you will be responsible for: 

• Lead the designated program in the school.
• Supervise teachers engaged in the program throughout the school.
• Induct new teachers within the program (or supervise the induction where it is undertaken by another experienced teacher).
• Monitor program outcomes for students and address areas of concern through appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate the work of staff engaged in delivering the designated program in the light of the values and ethos of the school.
• Regularly communicate with stakeholders (students, parents, school staff and other personnel) to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Organise program activities including resources, transport, operations, staff, etc.
• Keep abreast of best practice in the program area through on-going professional reading and research and providing for the professional learning of staff in line with these developments.
• Contribute to the leadership of the school through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings.
• Manage financial and material resources within the area of responsibility including the formulation of budgets and the expenditure of allocated funds.
• Lead P-12 inclusive education initiatives, processes and compliance requirements.
• Provide targeted in-class support and intervention for secondary students with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and allied health professionals to enhance student outcomes.
• Coordinate case management, team meetings, and support plans for students with complex needs.  

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

• Eligibility to work within Australia for the period of appointment.
• Strong secondary school experience in Support Teaching: Inclusive Education (ST:IE) with proven student impact.
• Able to lead, mentor, and support staff in inclusive teaching practices across P–12.
• Strong knowledge of inclusive education frameworks and legislative requirements.
• Strong organisational skills to coordinate program logistics, resources, and operations.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with students, parents, staff, and external partners.
• Capacity to build and maintain partnerships with external organisations to enhance program outcomes.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of the school in all aspects of program leadership.
• Ability to lead professional learning aligned with current best practices and research.
• Active contribution to school leadership through participation in staff and leadership meetings.
• Competence in managing budgets and material resources responsibly.

 
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
   

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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