2026 Permanent Religious Education Specialist Teacher

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Full time
Overview

Seeking a passionate and motivated Religious Education Specialist teacher to join our school community and enrich the learning of our students on a permanent, full-time basis commencing in 2026.

The School
St Columba's strives to be authentically Catholic in its identity, whilst ensuring the best possible learning and teaching for the whole person as part of a rich tradition of Catholic education. Surrounded by beautiful native bushland, wildlife and modern learning spaces, St Columba's is fully equipped with the tools of today, whilst offering staff and students a tranquil setting for learning.

The Successful Candidate

The Successful Candidate Will Fit The Following Criteria

  • Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the teaching of Religious Education to secondary students, Years 7-12
  • Accreditation to teach Religious Education within Catholic Schools, Parramatta Diocese is essential.
  • Understand how to differentiate learning to cater for students' needs to maximise student learning.
  • Sound understanding of the learning environments, lesson plans, use of technology, teaching practices and delivery of assessment and learning feedback.
  • Able to motivate students to achieve and to develop a life-long love of learning.

Please respond to the above selection criteria in your cover letter.

Essential Qualifications And Accreditations
  • Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
  • Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% complete)
  • Valid Working with Children Check (for employment purposes)
Benefits
  • There are up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in CSPD schools, with similar eligibility for staff members who are grandparents, step-parents, carers, or guardians.
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Salary packaging
  • Wellbeing initiatives and resources
  • Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees
  • Extensive growth and development opportunities
  • Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees
  • State-of-the-art facilities
How to Apply

Essential Elements in Your Application

  • A Cover Letter addressed to the Principal introducing yourself and addressing the position criteria
  • Your Resume outlining education and experience

Interested? Apply today This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including a valid Working with Children Check and compliance with CSPD's Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children's Guardian here.

CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Location and Status

Erskineville, New South Wales, Australia

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Entry level

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Education Administration Programs


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