Join the team!

About the Role 

The DOBCEL Strategy 2035 envisions the fullness of life for all. When students and staff feel safe, valued, and included, their sense of belonging grows – positively influencing wellbeing, motivation, and learning outcomes.

The Education Consultant (Primary – Southern Zone) is a senior leadership role supporting Primary School Principals across the Southern Zone of the Diocese.  Working closely with the Deputy Director: Catholic Education and other key leaders, the Education Consultant will help create school environments where children and young people can flourish.

Each of the Diocese’s four zones have dedicated Education Consultants and this role joins a committed team serving a system grounded in compassion, service, respect for human dignity, and inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Key to the role is fostering a holistic approach to education that integrates faith, wellbeing, and learning. The consultant will also act as a line manager and strategic partner to Principals, promoting strong, shared leadership across schools.

Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

Promote Catholic Identity

• Model and lead faith-based educational practices grounded in Catholic tradition.
• Promote Catholic Social Teaching and foster respectful, values-driven relationships.
• Support strategic vision and leadership development in enhancing Catholic school identity.

Provide Leadership

• Lead and support principals through coaching, policy guidance, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance and effective response in areas like complaints, incidents, and school culture.
• Drive leadership formation, principal appointments, wellbeing, and school improvement initiatives.

Support Learning and Teaching

• Guide schools in improving student learning through evidence-based teaching and assessment.
• Support planning, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and professional learning.
• Analyse and use data to inform system-wide educational improvement and accountability.

Benefits

• Impactful Work: Play a vital role in supporting educators and schools across Western Victoria
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a flexible and supportive workplace culture that understands the importance of balancing professional commitments with personal well-being.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in education and post-graduate qualifications in Education, Religious Education, Leadership and/or Theology.
• Significant experience in a senior educational leadership position.
• Significant experience managing strategic initiatives and change management.
• Ability to work with Principals to build their capacity as Faith, Wellbeing, and Learning Leaders and community builders.
• Outstanding communication to facilitate effective coaching, relationship building, and conflict resolution processes.
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

Applicants will be required to submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria listed above

For a confidential discussion about the role contact: 

Deputy Director: Catholic Education Matthew Byrne on 0409 138 113 or email mbyrne@dobcel.catholic.edu.au

Applications close 9am Friday 22 August 2025.

Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.