Head of House

Position:
Head of House - Shalom College, Bundaberg

*Start date:*
January 2026

*Employment Status:*
Full-Time (in conjunction with a permanent Teaching Role)

*Salary Range:*
$106,135 - $144,259 (dependent on experience)

**Applications Close:****
Friday, 14 November 2025

What We Are Looking For
Shalom College, Bundaberg
seeks applications from suitably qualified established and aspiring leaders to undertake the middle leadership position of Head of House. This is a Middle Leader position commencing from January 2026, in conjunction with a permanent teaching role at the college.

We seek passionate leaders who will strive for excellence in teaching, administration, professional conduct, relationships with parents and the wider school community and a genuine interest for young people and their learning.

Successful Applicants Will Be Able To Demonstrate

• A commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education
• An ability to develop and lead quality teaching and learning practices in the subject area listed above
• A willingness to proactively engage with professional development opportunities to enhance quality pedagogy and student outcomes
• An ability to work in collaboration with the Leadership Team and other staff members to contribute to the future planned growth, development and extra-curricular life of the College

For more information, please review the Position Description .

About Us
Shalom College, Bundaberg
is a Secondary Catholic College administered by Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton. Its 1500 students from Year 7 to 12 students are offered a diverse curriculum through a modern, well-equipped school with a wide range of co-curricular activities including instrumental music, choirs, interschool sport, retreats, camps and various clubs and societies.

Shalom College aims to provide an excellent and holistic education grounded in the mission of Jesus, infused with the values of the Gospel and based on the traditions of Catherine McAuley and Edmund Rice.

Shalom College's mission is to create a culture that carefully nurtures growth and the students' connectedness to their world, the protection of a fragile environment and each other. Shalom Colleges aims to harness and channel the optimism of the young and their desire to make a difference in the world thereby providing renewed hope and confidence in tomorrow for all.

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration
• Australian work rights

Generous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:

• Competitive salary - Middle Leader Tier 3 ( $106,135 - $144,259 (dependent on experience) )
• Recognition of Service for salary purposes (on provision of Statement of Service)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• 39 weeks of term time for a school year
• Access to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)
• Leadership development opportunities
• Induction and professional learning programs
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Modern facilities and resources

How To Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

• Complete the application below by clicking Apply Now
• Upload a Cover Letter (addressed Mr Michael McCusker, Diocesan Director) and Current Resume
• Upload supporting documentation (ie. QCT Registration, etc.)
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
• Upload written statement addressing the Selection Criteria
• Please refer to the Position Description when completing your application

Please note that current employees of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton can apply by sending a Cover Letter and copy of their Current CV (including 3 referees) to
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Applications close: Friday, 14 November 2025
Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Mrs Gail Norris, Deputy Principal, Shalom College, Bundaberg on
• To learn more about Accreditation, please view our Accreditation Information Sheet .
• For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support S ervices or

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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