Position: Formation, Identity and Religious Education (FIARE) Consultant: Secondary
Commencement Date: Term 2, 2026 or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status: Full-time Continuing 
Hours per week: 40 hours per week 
Salary Range: $155,343 to $172, 598 (pending experience) + 12.75% superannuation paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale
Applications Close: Friday, 6 March 2026

About us

Catholic Education – Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

Applications are invited for the full-time position of Formation, Identity and Religious Education (FIARE) Consultant: Secondary to commence Term 2, 2026 or as negotiated with the successful applicant. This is a full time continuing position for 40 hours per week, based in Rockhampton.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Assistant Director: Mission and the FIARE Team at the Catholic Education Office to provide specialist consultancy, professional support, and delivery of initiatives across the diocese.

The role presents an exciting opportunity to support the effective implementation of the CEDR Religious Education Curriculum across secondary schools through professional learning, quality resources, and collaborative analysis of student outcomes. This role involves providing specialist guidance on senior Religious Education pathways, QCAA requirements, and evidence-based pedagogical practices to enhance teaching and learning.

The position requires strong capability in analysing and interpreting school and system-level data, alongside the design and facilitation of impactful professional learning and accreditation programs for educators.

The successful applicant will cultivate strong professional relationships, contribute to strategic improvement initiatives, and actively collaborate with leaders, teachers, and external partners to support Religious Education across the diocese.

Typical duties include, but are not limited:

• Support effective implementation of CEDR Religious Education Curriculum (Years 7-10) through professional development, resourcing and collaborative evaluation of student learning outcomes.
• Provide specialist advice regarding senior schooling options in Religious Education, including curriculum pathways, QCAA requirements, resources, contemporary evidence-based approaches.
• Assist leaders and teacher to enhance high quality learning and teaching in Religious Education by building underpinning content knowledge, insightful analysis of evidence of student learning, and support for responsive, high impact teaching strategies.
• Support schools to understand their baseline data, track growth, and align this evidence with broader Catholic Identity goals.
• Design and facilitate professional learning for staff in CEDR schools and colleges.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• A strong understanding of and commitment to the mission and purpose of Catholic Education.
• Expertise in Religious Education and deep familiarity of the CEDR Religious Education Curriculum, as informed by Church teaching, contemporary research and local policy.
• Experience in secondary teaching and curriculum design, including familiarity with QCAA syllabuses and Quality Assurance processes.
• A willing and capacity to deliver adult education and staff development.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and to fostering a vibrant Catholic identity within the diocese.

We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.

We look forward to receiving your application and are confident that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range – $155,343 to $172,598 (pending experience) + 12.75% superannuation paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale 
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and current Queensland College of Teachers Registration
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Ability to travel within the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton as required.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please apply via our website: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/CER1622

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Kellie Jenkinson, Assistant Director: Mission on 07 4994 8000.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [email protected]
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 6 March 2026 

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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