Assistant Principal (Wellbeing and Engagement) - Good Samaritan Catholic College, BLI BLI

Summary

• Location: Good Samaritan Catholic College - Bli Bli (S)
• Start date: 01/01/2026
• Status: Full-time 
• Salary: $149,763.00 - $157,120.00 + super
• Ad close date: 12/10/2025
• Contact: (07) 5374 8800

About the opportunity

The Assistant Principal - Wellbeing and Engagement is a member of the College Leadership Team with responsibility for fostering a safe, supportive, and high-expectation learning environment across Prep to Year 12. This role leads the College's implementation of various student engagement and wellbeing programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment to the College's Vision, Mission, and Values. The position plays a pivotal role in building capacity among staff, supporting students, and partnering with families to ensure every student can flourish.

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) invites applications for this School Senior Leadership position with the capability to support the Principal in:

• building the religious life of the school and a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community;
• growing the engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school; and
• building a sustainable school community, ensuring stewardship of resources with transparency, accountability and compliance.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Provide strategic leadership in student wellbeing, student behaviour and engagement using data (e.g. Tell Them from Me, Student Resilience Survey, Engage Analytics) to provide an informed, proactive and evidence-based response
• Lead the P-12 College Wellbeing programs (e.g. The Resilience Project) including the co-ordination of curriculum alignment, and coordination
• Lead the Years 7-12 Pastoral Leaders, The Resilience Project Ambassadors, and guide them in their implementation of the The Resilience Project
• Oversee the implementation of the College Student Wellbeing, Engagement and Learning Teams based on the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework
• Lead the College Behaviour Support program and initiatives, the College Behaviour Support Team and the overall development, implementation, and monitoring of consistent and effective PB4L
• Strengthen teacher effectiveness and embed proactive approaches to student engagement and learning
• Behavioural and Classroom Interventions: Lead the team responsible for the design, coordination, and evaluation of behavioural and classroom interventions, ensuring responses are timely, targeted, and effective
• Pastoral Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support the College Pastoral Leaders in their work of student and staff support. Drive consistency in pastoral care and student engagement practices across the College
• Collaborate with key stakeholders regarding student wellbeing and engagement across the College including Support Teachers - Inclusive Education, Guidance Counsellors, relevant BCE supporting education officers, fostering shared responsibility and collaborative problem-solving
• Community and Staff Engagement: Build strong partnerships with parents, caregivers, and staff to support effective understanding and implementation of interventions. Promote transparent and consistent communication that strengthens home-school collaboration
• Leadership Team Contribution: Work as part of the College Leadership Team to model and embed Catholic values, inspire a culture of care, connection, and excellence, and contribute to whole-of-College leadership

About you

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

• 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
• Experience in teaching, and leading the teaching of, religious education.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• For this position you are required to be Catholic (or a faith partner of one of our ecumenical schools).

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.

Please include a response (up to 250 words each) to the following criteria with your resume (single document upload):

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a school community effectively, including experience in strategic planning, staff development, and fostering a positive school culture.
• 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.
• 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.
   

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)
• 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.