Middle Leader Curriculum (Pedagogy & Innovation) – Sunnybank in Brisbane

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.

About our school
St Thomas More College is a Brisbane Catholic Education co-educational secondary college catering for approximately 1150 students. Our college opened in 1974 and from inception developed a strong commitment to the pastoral care of students. At the core of all that we do is our mission to provide a holistic education to all students. This mission, inspired by Jesus, is to seek, grow and serve by fostering in all students: a commitment to our Christian faith; a commitment to learning; and a sense of community.

Summary
St Thomas More College, Sunnybank is seeking an innovative and passionate Middle Leader Curriculum (Pedagogy & Innovation) to drive excellence in teaching and learning, lead contemporary pedagogical practice, and inspire a culture of continuous improvement and educational innovation across the College.

About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:

• Leading the overall curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation across the school under the direction of Senior Leadership
• Applying contemporary learning and teaching research to classroom practice through whole-school professional development and targeted support for teacher improvement
• Collaborating with Curriculum Leaders, teaching staff, and Senior Leadership to review curriculum frameworks and plan future directions
• Leading teacher performance through professional dialogue, reflective practice, and formal/informal goal setting and appraisal
• Staying current with curriculum and pedagogy developments and guiding whole-school professional learning accordingly
• Providing induction and mentoring for beginning teachers in collaboration with Senior Leadership and Curriculum Leaders
• Supervising student learning across the school using internal and external data, and implementing strategic interventions
• Contributing to school leadership through active participation in staff and middle leadership meetings
• Managing financial and material resources within the curriculum area, including budget planning and expenditure

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

• Developed work programs in alignment with national, state, and local requirements.
• Driving the assessment and moderation process when developing new programs.
• Leading and innovating within a specified curriculum area.
• Stakeholder engagement fostering collaboration and transparency.
• Having responsibility for a financial budget.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

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:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• 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.
• Fitness Passport access– discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

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.