Religious Education Coordinator

Religious Education Coordinator - BranxtonReligious Education Coordinator - Branxton

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Introduction

Rosary Park Catholic School, Branxton, is seeking a Permanent Full Time Religious Education Coordinator to join the team in 2026.

Introduction

Rosary Park Catholic School, Branxton, is seeking a Permanent Full Time Religious Education Coordinator to join the team in 2026.

We are seeking a passionate and faith-filled educator ready to lead Religious Education in a vibrant, supportive community in the heart of the Hunter Valley.

Who We're Looking For

You are a practising Catholic committed to nurturing students' spiritual development. You inspire others by living the Gospel, leading with compassion, and supporting staff in delivering meaningful Religious Education. You thrive on creating connections—between faith, curriculum, parish life, and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the school's Catholic identity and mission
• Support and guide staff in planning and teaching Religious Education
• Lead liturgical celebrations and faith formation activities
• Build strong relationships between the school, parish, and families
• Mentor colleagues and lead professional learning in RE
  
  

What You'll Bring

• A deep understanding of Catholic theology and educational philosophy
• Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead (or willingness to obtain)
• Minimum four years of successful teaching experience
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and pastoral care skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and parish teams
  
  

Rosary Park Catholic School is a unique school community offering children a quality education from Kindergarten to Year 6. Children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning while offering a community that is supportive of the creative, unique, and individual talents of every child. Working with parents and the wider community to provide a holistic education, our ultimate aim is to equip each child with the skills to adapt and flourish within a constantly changing world.

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

In the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, Religious Education Co-ordinators (RECs) are recognised and acknowledged as significant religious leaders for our primary school communities. They are members of the school executive team and are tasked with the role of supporting the Principal and Parish Priest in promoting and affirming the Catholic culture, identity and mission of the school.

RECs represent the school and the teaching profession in the community, especially the parish. They are professional, ethical and respected individuals within and outside the school.

RECs develop and shape a shared vision focused on providing quality and educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students.

Experience/Criteria

Skills and Experiences:

• Practising Catholic who is committed to the life of their Eucharistic community with exemplary values and attitudes appropriate to professional practice
• An implicit and relevant understanding of the philosophy and theology of Catholic Education and be able to articulate this clearly to others
• Capacity to ensure staff incorporate key understandings and appropriate methodologies in the teaching of Religious Education (RE) which will lead to students knowing the core teachings of the Catholic faith and how these are lived in the world today
• proven capacity to build links between the school and its broader parish community in ways that foster the Mission of the Church and have a capacity to promote faith formation within the community
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a member of the school's leadership team with a proven capacity to facilitate improvement in student learning
• Compliance or preparedness to work towards and comply with the CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy – Accreditation at Category E – Accreditation for Senior Leadership (within a time frame specified at time of appointment)
• An ability to demonstrate high-level knowledge and understanding of the relevant Religious Education Frameworks and the Diocesan (K–6) RE Syllabus (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to lead curriculum innovation (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to mentor colleagues through the PP&D process (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to manage COSI compliance matters in both curriculum and non-curriculum areas (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to foster in students those skills that are required in a contemporary educational setting (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to implement the school's Behaviour Policy (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to be pastorally present to staff, students and their families and to continue to work with the school's Pastoral Team in implementing pastoral care initiatives within the school (Desirable)
• Have well developed communication and interpersonal skills (Desirable)
• Proven capacity to lead professional learning across K–6 classes in the area of Religious Education (Desirable)
• Capacity to positively communicate with the Parish and work collaboratively to support their initiatives (Desirable)
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• Working with Children Clearance number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• AWTL appropriate to your current position
  
  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

Benefits Of Working With Us

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development programs

Paid parental leave for eligible employees

Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Ashley Borg, Principal on Tel: (02) 4938 1541 or via email: ashley.borg@mn.catholic.edu.au

TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

• Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
• Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
• Applicants should provide a reference from your Parish Priest. Please provide them with this reference form for completion.
• Preferred applicants will be asked to participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation, following the interview, to introduce them to the local Parish context and the culture of the Catholic school.
  
  

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications close: Thursday 24th July at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeTemporary

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesReligious Institutions

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