Assistant Principal - St Francis Xavier's Primary School, GOODNA

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. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education. About our school St Francis Xavier is a Catholic, co-educational P-6 school with an enrolment of over 470 students, situated in the City of Ipswich, adjacent to the Ipswich Motorway. The school has been in existence for more than 100 years, having been established in 1910. It is a school which has welcomed children and families from many countries around the world. Over forty nationalities are represented. We are proud of the way that our community blends the best from these cultures to develop and reflect the motto of the school: "Kids Who Care". At St Francis Xavier School, we pride ourselves on working together as a community for the benefit of our children. We have a strong belief that learning is a lifelong endeavour and that we can all learn from each other. This belief is tightly aligned with our mission statement and with our beliefs and values about teaching and learning. Explore our school website to learn more about us. Summary Location: St Francis Xavier - Goodna Start date: Commencing January, 2026 Status: Full-time | Fixed-term (This is a substantive 5 year appointment with a further 5 on offer subject to a positive review) Salary: $149,763.00 - $157,120.00 super Ad close date: 15 October, 2025 Contact: bne.catholic.edu.au About the opportunity 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. 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.

Location: Ipswich, Queensland, AU

Posted Date: 10/22/2025