Why work for us

​​​At BCE we foster an inclusive, supportive, and flexible work environment where individual well-being is central to our core values. ​

BCE is committed to growing together as a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees feel safe and valued. The dignity of every person, independent of ethnicity, creed, gender, sexuality, age or ability, is the foundation of our Catholic Social Teaching. With more than 12,000 employees across 146 schools and offices, it is incredibly important that we commit to an organisational culture that provides all employees with a sense of belonging and pride, that empowers all individuals to contribute their best work, supporting engagement, collaboration, creativity and innovation. 

Join us to be part of a diverse, compassionate, and professional team dedicated to nurturing and guiding young minds. Together, we contribute to building better future learning communities for a brighter future, and we welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs to join us in this mission.​

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH BCE

  • Flexible working hour arrangements (for those positions where this applies)
  • Hybrid workplace arrangements (where possible)
  • Competitive salaries benchmarked to industry standards
  • Salary packaging and salary sacrificing options
  • Superannuation up to 12.75%​ employer contribution (if an employee co-contribution is made)
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Take advantage of professional development opportunities offered to enhance your skills and advance your career.​
  • Orientation and induction programs
  • Leadership development programs
  • Modern facilities and equipment
  • Reward and recognition programs
  • Central hub locations with parking and public transport options
  • Attractive industry discounts on computer hardware, software and accessories
  • Active staff social club, wellness programs and corporate events
  • Personal support for staff and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Employee recognition

Excellence Awards

Since 2015 Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) has recognised the extraordinary contribution of staff who teach, challenge and transform students' lives, at the annual BCE Excellence Awards. There are ten categories of awards that acknowledge Teachers, Early Career Teachers, BCE Office staff, Support staff, Leadership and those that build a strong Catholic Identity. These awards provide an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and successes of our colleagues that reflect and support the Mission, Vision and Values of Brisbane Catholic Education. By recognising our colleagues, we are making a statement about the culture we value and aspire to achieve at BCE.


Spirit of ​Catholic Education Awards 

Across Queensland, individuals or teams –staff members, parents/carers or volunteers - who are making an outstanding contribution to the life of the school community in one or more areas are recognised with The Spirit of Catholic Award

Catholic school communities and Catholic school authorities are encouraged to nominate individuals or teams (staff members, parents/carers or volunteers) who are making an outstanding contribution to the life of the school community in one or more of the following areas:

  • showing outstanding integrity in leading a school community or program;
  • implementing change that improves teaching and learning and supports greater equity in education;
  • building Catholic education identity and ethos in ways that support exceptionally life-giving relationships and build hope in school communities or Catholic education agencies,
  • demonstrating excellence in teamwork that supports and builds Catholic education; and
  • demonstrating outstanding service to others in the school education community and beyond

The Aunty Joan Hendriks Reconciliation Award recognises people who are creating positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff and/or developing improved understanding of Indigenous cultural heritage in Catholic school communities. ​

​Salary scales

​​​​​​​The teacher salary scale is a classification scale based on experience and is found in the Catholic Employing Authorities Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland (as amended from time to time).

Salar​y Scale​​