Program Leader – Plainlands

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.

Sophia College is a Catholic secondary school located in the Lockyer Valley, approximately 80kms west of Brisbane. The College opened in January 2021 and continues to grow enrolling a new cohort of students each year. Its Catholic identity is enriched through a Franciscan spirituality and a strong focus on ‘integral ecology'.

Our school is committed to providing an innovative learning experience for both students and teachers. We embrace modern teaching methods and technology, ensuring that our staff have access to the latest tools and resources to enhance their teaching. Our collaborative community believes in the power of collaboration and teamwork. As a teacher at our school, you'll have the chance to work closely with a dynamic group of colleagues who share your passion for education.

We are a student-centred school, placing students at the core of everything we do. We believe in nurturing the individual talents and interests of each student, allowing teachers the freedom to innovate and adapt their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of their students. We prioritize the professional development of our staff, offering ongoing training, workshops, and mentorship programs to help you grow and excel in your teaching career.

Our school boasts state-of-the-art facilities and a welcoming campus that provides an inspiring and comfortable environment for both teachers and students. You will have access to modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and recreational spaces designed to enrich the learning experience.

Summary: Commencing in 2027, Sophia College is seeking a Program Leader (LIFE Companion - Learning & Growth). The Program Leader is a strategic middle leadership role responsible for advancing student learning, engagement, progress and achievement across the College. Guided by Sophia College's Mission, Vision and Franciscan charism, the role leads the implementation of evidence-informed improvement initiatives, strengthens teacher capability through professional learning and coaching, and ensures student support strategies are responsive, targeted and impactful.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Driving Improvement and student outcomes through leading, monitoring and evaluating whole-school improvement priorities to improve student growth, engagement and achievement.
• Data analysis of student data to identify needs, measure impact and guide targeted teaching, intervention and support strategies.
• Developing staff capability and strengthening teacher practices through professional learning, coaching, mentoring and collaborative inquiry.
• Embedding evidence-informed teaching, promoting consistent, high-impact teaching practices that improve learning growth and academic progress.
• Coordinating student support and extension, ensuring timely and effective intervention, extension and monitoring for students requiring additional support or challenge.
• Fostering collaboration and accountability, building strong partnerships with staff, students and families to support shared responsibility for learning and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the leadership of the school through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings.
• Managing financial and material resources within the area of responsibility including the formulation of budgets and the expenditure of allocated funds.

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.
• Be a committed, practicing Catholic, or in an ecumenical school, a committed, practicing member of one of the faith traditions represented in that ecumenical school.
• Demonstrated leadership in school-based programs and support for staff professional development.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, staff, and stakeholders.
• Organisational expertise in managing logistics, resources, and budgets within program areas.
• Commitment to professional learning and implementation of best practices in education.
• Active contribution to school leadership and fostering a collaborative work environment.

For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

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 opportunities for career advancement and professional development, competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements, access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards, and more.

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.