Director of Faith and Identity
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
20 August 2026
About Brigidine College St Ives
793
Total students
76.4
Teaching FTE
46.1
Non-teaching FTE
1,148
ICSEA value
95th percentile · Higher SES
21%
EAL/D Background
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
About the College
Brigidine College St Ives is a leading Catholic independent school for girls in Years 7–12, dedicated to educating and empowering young women to flourish with confidence, compassion and purpose. You’ll be joining a community that values collaboration, creativity, and a strong culture of professional growth.
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional and passionate Director of Faith and Identity to join our College Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced educator and faith leader to provide strategic leadership in Catholic identity, spirituality, faith formation, liturgy, service, and mission across our College community.
Reporting directly to the Principal, the Director of Faith and Identity is responsible for leading and strengthening the Catholic identity and faith life of the College. This is a full-time permanent role commencing in January 2027.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the ongoing development and expression of the College's Catholic and Brigidine identity.
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives that strengthen faith formation, spirituality, mission and service.
- Coordinate and oversee the prayer and liturgical life of the College, including major celebrations, Masses and faith events.
- Lead student retreats, reflection programs, service-learning initiatives, and social justice activities.
- Design and facilitate staff formation programs that deepen understanding of Catholic tradition, Brigidine spirituality and Kildare Ministries values.
- Build strong partnerships with families, parishes, diocesan agencies, Kildare Minis…