Head of Student Learning and Wellbeing

Drive system‑wide excellence in teaching, learning and wellbeing across 146 schools, delivering on the BCE Education Strategy Design and embed evidence‑based, scalable programs that empower teachers, uplift student outcomes, and strengthen support for diverse school communities Lead a high‑performing team of educational specialists and collaborate deeply with internal and external partners to shape innovative, aligned and future‑focused practice

About Brisbane Catholic Education Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is the second largest non‑Government employer in Queensland and proudly the largest Catholic diocese in the state, educating 80,000 students across 146 schools. For more than 160 years, BCE has delivered an innovative and holistic education, providing student‑centred, faith‑based education that nurtures the mind, heart and spirit of every learner within safe, inclusive and thriving communities.

BCE’s core values of Excellence, Integrity, Justice and Hope underpin its mission to teach, challenge and transform through service, support and leadership within the Archdiocese of Brisbane.

BCE is recognised globally for its leadership in ethical and transformative AI in education. As the first P–12 system worldwide to partner with Microsoft and the Vatican on the Rome Call for AI Ethics, BCE has significantly reduced teacher workload while enabling personalised learning at scale.

The Future of Brisbane Catholic Education The Strategic Plan 2025–2027

“an education to believe in”

sets BCE’s direction as the organisation continues to pursue its vision of being a faith‑filled learning community creating a better future.

The BCE Education Strategy will deliver transformational experiences that inspire joy for learning, where excellence and equity enable all to grow and thrive. It centres on three goals:

Learning and Wellbeing:

every student will flourish through excellence in learning and wellbeing. Leading Learning and Wellbeing:

every staff member will demonstrate high‑performing, innovative practice in leading and enabling learning and wellbeing. Structures and Systems for Learning and Wellbeing:

every BCE community will connect through systemic practices that contribute to the collective transformation of learning and wellbeing.

The Role of Head of Student Learning & Wellbeing BCE is seeking an experienced system leader to guide high‑impact, evidence‑based learning and wellbeing practices. Reporting to the Education Excellence Executive, this role leads the delivery of BCE’s Education strategy, ensuring schools receive practical, accessible and scalable support regardless of context.

The remit spans teaching and learning, curriculum, literacy and numeracy, inclusive education, wellbeing and pastoral care, First Nations education, research partnerships, community engagement, and governance and compliance requirements.

The successful candidate will be: deeply grounded in the lived realities of schools expert in designing and delivering scalable system programs skilled at providing actionable guidance to teachers and leaders comfortable navigating diverse school contexts across the diocesan network

They will work closely with the Head of School Performance and central teams to ensure coordinated systemwide support and alignment with BCE’s priorities, including obligations under NSSAB, the National Curriculum Framework, and the Better Fairer Schools Agreement.

Role responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for student learning and wellbeing across BCE schools. Lead systemwide implementation of evidence‑based, high‑impact learning and wellbeing programs. Deliver practical, accessible guidance and professional learning to teachers and leaders. Ensure compliance with curriculum, governance, and regulatory requirements. Lead functional teams with clear expectations, performance accountability and high‑quality service delivery. Leverage data, digital tools and AI‑enabled insights to strengthen personalised learning and wellbeing.

Korn Ferry is supporting BCE with this executive appointment. To enquire or apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to Lachie Ansell at BCEHSLW@KornFerry.com

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