Position: Consultant: Inclusive Education
Commencement Date: As soon as able (as negotiated with the successful applicant)
Employment Status: Full-time continuing
Hours per week: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $137,553 to $152,836 (pending experience) + 12.75% superannuation paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale
Applications Close: Monday 26 January 2026
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) 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 continuing position of Consultant : Inclusive Education, for commencement as soon as able (as negotiated with the successful applicant).
The successful applicant will provide practical, evidence-informed support for teachers and learning support teams as they develop and refine knowledge and skills that enable them to meet the diverse learning needs of students. The successful applicant will help school communities enact and embrace inclusion, facilitate professional learning, and provide advice for teachers and leaders on contemporary best practice in responding to the diversity of student learning needs. In addition, the position will provide strategic support for system-wide initiatives aimed at constantly refining and improving the educational experience offered in our schools.
The role, based in Mackay, presents a wonderful opportunity for a committed educator to influence inclusive practices across Catholic Education, P-12, and to provide support that can positively impact the educational experience of students. The role has a significant focus on helping school teams to identify needs, ensure access to quality education, plan for differentiated learning experiences, and monitor and evaluate the impact of actions.
Typical duties
* Work collaboratively with leaders, teachers, students, families and the Inclusive Education team to shape student-centred responses that promote inclusion and genuine access to education
* Provide guidance and advice to schools on differentiating to meet the diverse learning needs of students
* Contribute to on-going improvement through design and implementation of streamlined and effective practices, systems and processes related to NCCD, EAL / D and students in out of home care.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
About you
The successful applicant will have
* An understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
* The ability to work well either individually or collaboratively as part of a team, and to accept direction and support.
* The ability to adapt and be flexible within a dynamic educational setting.
* An inclusive education tertiary qualification is desirable, with appropriate experience or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to this role.
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 - $137,553 to $152,836 (pending experience) + 12.75% superannuation paid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale
* Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
* 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
* Current Driver's Licence
* Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton
* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
* Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide.
* Complete the application below.
* Upload a cover letter (addressed to the Diocesan Director) addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the typical duties of the role identified in the position description.
* Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools.
* Upload a current resume and cover letter that addresses the skills, attributes and experience in line with the requirements of the role including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees.
* Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
* For a confidential conversation please contact Carmel Kriz, Assistant Director : Teaching and Learning on .
* For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
* Please note : The CEDR office will be closed from 23 December 2025 to 2 January 2026. Inquiries will be responded to after 2 January 2026 if received during this time.
* Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close
Monday, 26 January 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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I have read, understood and, if offered employment with Catholic Education with the Diocese of Rockhampton, accept the requirements of the Statement of Principles for Employment in Catholic Schools as an explicit condition of employment. I certify that the information in this application is true, to the best of my knowledge. I understand that I have a duty to disclose sufficient information to enable a prospective employer to make a properly informed decision about my employment.
I acknowledge that my failure to disclose all pre-existing injuries or medical conditions existing during the period of the employment process that could reasonably be expected to be aggravated by performing my employment related duties, I will not be entitled to compensation or damages under the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003(the Act), for any event that aggravates the non-disclosed pre-existing injury or condition.
I understand that if I am employed by Catholic Education with the Diocese of Rockhampton and any statement I have made or information I have provided with this application form are found to be false within my knowledge, that I may be liable for immediate dismissal.
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