Are you a visionary educator ready to help shape the future of Catholic education across our diverse and vibrant school communities?

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is seeking an innovative and dedicated Learning Leader to join our Learning and Teaching team in an ongoing, full-time capacity.

As part of a dynamic team of Learning Leaders, this role is central to enhancing educational quality and improving student outcomes across our network of more than 50 schools.

The Position

• Title: Learning Leader
• Classification: Education Officer (CEMEA 2022)
• FTE / Hours per week: 1 FTE / 38 hours
• Employment Status: Ongoing
• Location: Bendigo, Wangaratta or Tatura
• Potential start date: January 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the adoption and integration of Tier 1 and Tier 2 curricula, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.
• Monitor and assess intervention effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to support student needs.
• Design and deliver professional development programs, fostering continuous learning and growth.
• Analyse student performance data to inform instructional decisions and drive strategic improvements.
• Work closely with school leaders and staff to ensure cohesive implementation and address challenges.

Key Capabilities and Requirements:

• Master's degree in education or related field.
• Extensive experience in curriculum development, educational interventions, and data analysis.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills; deep commitment to Catholic Education values.
• Strong understanding of Catholic teachings and traditions.

About The CESL Office

The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 50 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura.

What We Offer You

• Flexible and Hybrid working options
• Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
• An opportunity to work from Bendigo, Wangaratta, or Tatura.
• Generous leave provisions for more quality time with friends and family.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: 3 December 2025, with interviews commencing on 5 December 2025.

We reserve the right to conduct interviews at any stage during the advertisement period. 

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.