Consultant Inclusive Education (sensory and physical disability) Catholic Education Office

Position:Consultant: Inclusive Education (sensory and physical disability)
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:$137553 to $152836 (pending experience) 12.75% superannuationpaid as per the Catholic Education Executive Salary Scale
Applications Close:Friday 20 February 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 continuing position of Consultant: Inclusive Education (sensory and physical disability) for commencement as soon as able (as negotiated with the successful applicant).

The successful applicant will provide practical evidence-informed guidance and advice for teachers and learning support teams to support the diverse learning needs of students with a sensory and/or physical disability. 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 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 Rockhampton 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 supporting school teams to identify and respond to the needs of students with sensory and/or physical disabilities ensuring equitable access to quality education through the planning and implementation of appropriate adjustments and differentiated learning experiences while monitoring and evaluating the impact of these actions.

Typical duties include but are not limited:

• Provide advice and targeted support to leaders and teachers to meet the learning needs of students with sensory (hearing vision) and/or physical disabilities including appropriate adjustments and NCCD guidance.
• Collaborate with the Inclusive Education team and broader Catholic Education staff to deliver coordinated consistent services and system-level processes to schools
• Support school leaders and teachers through professional learning consultation and networking to build capability and understanding of specific disabilities.
• Assist school communities and families during enrolment and key transition points and liaise with external specialist service providers as required.

For more information please view thePosition 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 - $137553 to $152836 (pending experience) 12.75% superannuationpaid 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 Drivers Licence
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review ourHow To Apply Online Guide

• Complete theapplication 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 theposition description.
• Applicants must read understand and accept as an explicit term of contract the requirements of theStatement of Principlesfor employment inCatholic Schools.
• Upload acurrent resume and cover letter that addresses the skills attributes and experience in line with the requirements of the roleincluding contact details (phone and email) ofthree (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 Learningon.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday 20 February 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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