Introduction:
About Us
Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1500 boys.
We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.
Description:
About the Role
Reporting to the Vice Rector Learning Improvement & Innovation, the Learning Area Leader (Inclusive Learning) provides strategic and operational leadership across:
- Inclusive curriculum design and delivery.
- Contemporary pedagogy and teacher development.
- Student support, intervention, and data-informed practice.
- Compliance and excellence in inclusive education standards.
You will lead a multidisciplinary team, including Learning Guardians, Speech Pathologists, and Teacher Aides, ensuring all students can access, participate in, and succeed in their learning. This appointment will be for an initial term of four (4) years, in accordance with Clause S2.13.1 for Middle Leadership. This appointment includes a permanent position as a teacher and includes a teaching role for the successful applicant.
Key Responsibilities:
Faculty & Leadership Excellence
- Drive a clear and compelling vision for inclusive learning aligned with the College’s Learning Framework.
- Lead and mentor staff through coaching, professional dialogue, and performance development.
- Build staff capability in differentiation, Universal Design for Learning, and co-teaching practices.
- Oversee faculty operations, processes, and budget management.
Curriculum & Pedagogy
- Lead innovative, evidence-based teaching practices across all phases of learning.
- Ensure curriculum and assessment meet regulatory and authority requirements.
- Promote digital pedagogies that enhance accessibility and engagement.
- Support the development of personalised learning plans (PSPs, ICPs).
Data & Student Outcomes
- Champion data-informed teaching and targeted interventions.
- Lead NCCD processes, compliance, and staff capability development.
- Monitor student progress and support at-risk learners academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Coordinate transition pathways for students requiring additional support.
Professional Learning & Collaboration
- Lead Professional Learning Teams and targeted development initiatives.
- Work in partnership with Heads of School and key stakeholders.
- Foster a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Catholic Identity
- Embed the Franciscan ethos across teaching and learning.
- Support faith formation through curriculum and faculty practices.
To review the full Position Description click here, or alternatively, go to our 'Employment' page on our website.
Why work for us?
As a workplace, we are committed to a contemporary Catholic and faith filled environment to create a truly outstanding place to work where our staff feel valued and supported. We do this by providing:
- Inclusive and Flexible Environment: We value staff wellbeing and maintain an 'open door' policy to support it, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
- Professional Development: We empower our staff with high-quality learning and career development opportunities through a rigorous professional learning program.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
- Generous staff discount scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 12.75% superannuation contribution.
- Salary packaging options.
Skills and Experiences:
About You
You are an experienced and passionate educational leader who is deeply committed to inclusive excellence. You bring:
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor of Education (or equivalent).
- Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
- Demonstrated expertise in inclusive education and leadership.
- Strong knowledge of Disability Standards for Education (2005) and NCCD requirements.
Skills & Capabilities
- Proven ability to lead and inspire teams in a collaborative environment.
- Expertise in differentiation, inclusive practices, and curriculum development.
- Strong data analysis skills to drive student outcomes.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
- High level of organisation, initiative, and professional integrity.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application online or through the Career's Portal. Your application should include:
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
- An up-to-date version of your CV.
- Any supporting documents you wish to include (e.g. right to work / qualifications etc.).
For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our HR team via
[email protected] or on 07 3857 9999.
Candidates must submit their applications by 12noon, Tuesday 16 June 2026.
Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Padua College is committed to the safety of our students. Student protection is everyone’s responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children. The appointment of a successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and must have a sound understanding of, and commitment to, current child safety standards and a positive current Working with Children check.
