Lead Advisor - Formation and Engagement: Education

Summary

Join Brisbane Catholic Education in a highly influential role supporting the continued growth of Catholic identity, Religious Education and student formation across our school communities. As Lead Advisor, Formation and Engagement: Education, you will shape contemporary professional learning, resources and formation opportunities that deepen understanding of the Catholic Tradition, Scripture and theology. Working closely with school and office leaders, you will provide strategic advice and lead initiatives that strengthen curriculum delivery and embed Catholic Social Teaching across the curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to influence practice, build capability and create meaningful experiences for teachers and students across the Archdiocese of Brisbane. Based at Woolloongabba, the position will also engage directly with schools, stakeholders and professional networks.

• Location: BCEO Woolloongabba 
• Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements
• Status: Permanent (Continuing) | Commencing January 2027
• Salary: $155,351 - $172,607 plus super
• Ad Close date: 23 November 2026
• Contact: CareersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au 

About the opportunity

In this position you will:  

• Lead, design, deliver and evaluate professional learning through the creation of quality resources to build BCE school and office capacity in enhancing Catholic identity, Religious Education, Catholic Social Teaching across the Curriculum and student formation. This includes providing strategic advice, utilising research and professional reading to design, plan and deliver and evaluate policies, practices professional learning and other programs and actions to further enhance student formation in the Christian Catholic Tradition within BCE school communities
• Lead the design, development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensively resourced Religious Education Curriculum that aligns with the BCE Catholic Identity Framework and Education Strategy, and Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) across BCE schools
• Lead, adapt, deploy and review professional learning and resources for fit-for-purpose use by school leaders and staff across all Catholic school communities of the Archdiocese.
• Lead the development and delivery of formation programs and resources for prayers and liturgical experiences
• Undertake advanced analysis and interpretation of school data, including Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) and student achievement, and collaboratively develop and progress actions and resources that can be adapted and utilised to enhance the learning outcomes of students in Religious Education
• Establish and influence a diverse range of internal and external networks to maintain and share professional knowledge, support and lead the delivery of annual plan objectives
• Lead the curation and update of Spire and external sites as a key communication source for all staff

About you

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

• A committed practicing Catholic with a deep understanding of the mission of the Catholic Church and Catholic education
• Demonstrated expertise in Religious Education, Theology, Catholic identity or student and adult formation
• Strong experience designing and facilitating professional learning for diverse audiences
• Proven ability to develop high-quality curriculum materials, formation programs and educational resources
• A strategic and collaborative approach, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships
• Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to use research and school data to guide improvement
• Current Queensland College of Teachers registration or equivalent experience in adult formation
• A relevant Masters qualification, or progress towards one, in Religious Education, Theology, Christian Leadership or a related field

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:  

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment  
• Full registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children.
• Current line manager and Parish Priest as a referee

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.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.