Brisbane Catholic Education

Summary
<ul>
<li>Position Title:
Assistant Prinicpal Administration (APA)</li>
<li>Location:
St Andrews School - Ferny Grove</li>
<li>Start date:
18/01/2027</li>
<li>Work Hours:
30 hours per week</li>
<li>Status:
This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal (with a further 5 years offered subject to a positive reivew), with an underlying continuing teaching status.</li>
<li>Salary:
$149,763.00 - $157,120.00 + 12.75% super</li>
<li>Ad close date:
22 October, 2027</li>
<li>Contact:
Amanda Steer, Principal | Email: <a href="mailto:aroach@bne.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">aroach@bne.catholic.edu.au</a></li>
</ul>
About our school
St Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school’s philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do.&nbsp;Explore our school website to learn more about this ‘Little Place with a Big Heart'.
About the opportunity
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) invites applications for this School Senior Leadership position with the capability to support the Principal in:
<ul>
<li>building the religious life of the school and a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community;</li>
<li>growing the engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school; and</li>
<li>building a sustainable school community, ensuring stewardship of resources with transparency, accountability and compliance</li>
</ul>
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
<ul>
<li>Experience as an Assistant Principal, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Deputy Principal, Head of Campus or Principal, or a senior role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Experience in teaching, and leading the teaching of, religious education.</li>
</ul>
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
<ul>
<li>Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment</li>
<li>Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)</li>
<li>For this position you are required to be Catholic (or a faith partner of one of our ecumenical schools).</li>
</ul>
Application
The Position Description, Eligibility Criteria and Referee Statement proformas for this position are
provided on our careers page
and should be downloaded prior to starting your application.
To ensure your application can be fully assessed, please make sure all required documentation is submitted. Applications that are missing documentation and are incomplete may not be progressed.
Response to criteria and resume (upload as a single document)
1.&nbsp;
A response
(up to 250 words each)
to the following criteria
(response should be included within cover letter) -
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a school community effectively, including experience in strategic planning, staff development, and fostering a positive school culture.</li>
<li>Proven commitment to promoting and integrating Catholic values and teachings within the school environment, including the ability to lead faith-based initiatives and support the spiritual development of students and staff.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in educational leadership, including a strong track record of implementing innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and improving student outcomes in accordance with AITSL standards.</li>
</ul>
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Resume
<ul>
<li>outlining skills, qualifications, accreditation and experience you bring to this leadership role.</li>
</ul>
In addition we require Referee Statements
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Line Manager and Parish Priest Referee Statements
<ul>
<li>templates are available from our careers page (these can be emailed directly from referees to <a href="mailto:careersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">careersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au</a>)</li>
</ul>
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
:
<ul>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement and professional development</li>
<li>Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)</li>
<li>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</li>
<li>Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options</li>
<li>Active staff social club and wellness programs</li>
<li>Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.</li>
<li>Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.</li>
</ul>
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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