Current: Range: $180,729 - $209,590 per annum pending experience Townsville Catholic Education is seeking a suitably experienced leader to strategically lead education innovation, staff development and formation, and student transition and pathways across our Diocese.Reporting to the Director, Mission and Learning, you will lead specialist teams across educational data and technology, First Nations innovation, teacher career development, Vocational Education & Training and RTO management.In this role, you will:Lead the Innovation and Pathways functionTurn strategic priorities into practical system-wide initiativesStrengthen student pathways and staff developmentOversee educational data, technology and innovation projectsLead specialist teams and build leadership capabilityEnsure strong governance, risk management and complianceProvide strategic advice to senior leadersAbout youYou are an experienced leader who can manage complex portfolios, lead change and build strong relationships across schools and the broader education sector.You will bring:Educational Leadership experience in educationExperience leading teams and implementing strategic initiativesStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsStrong data literacy and knowledge of educational innovation and student pathwaysEffective governance, project and change management capabilitiesA commitment to Catholic values and First Nations educationYou will hold tertiary qualifications in Education with master’s-level qualifications in education, educational leadership or theology.Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all staff. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.For more information, please review the full position description. We’d love to hear from you! Please click the “Apply” button and follow the prompts.Applications close 11 September 2026.About usTownsville Catholic Educationprovides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally:Competitive SalaryAnnual Leave at 17.5% leave loading12.75% Superannuation employer contributionAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous serviceSalary packaging options Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave available to the primary carer, regardless of gender Deferred Salary Scheme…and a range of other great benefits!View other vacancies hereApply Now