▷ [Urgent] Secondary Legal Studies/Economics Teacher - Boorgual

Overview

St Paul’s Catholic College, Booragul is seeking a Permanent, Full-Time Secondary Legal Studies/Economics/HSIE/Religious Studies Teacher, commencing January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students in Legal Studies and Economics, helping them develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a real-world understanding of law, society, and financial systems.

At St Paul’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment, where our 750 students are encouraged to explore, question, and reach their full potential. Staff are valued for their expertise, creativity, and commitment to student growth.

Location: Booragul | Job Type: Permanent - Full Time | Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training | Location: Booragul

Posting details: Posted 19/09/2025 | Closing Date: 03/10/2025

Note: This role is for a Permanent, Full-Time Secondary Legal Studies and Economics/HSIE/Religious Studies Teacher.

Responsibilities

- Deliver Legal Studies and Economics curriculum, engaging students with practical, real-world examples.
- Encourage students to think critically, debate ideas, and make informed decisions about law, society, and the economy.
- Use innovative teaching strategies to make lessons interactive, relevant, and inspiring.
- Collaborate with a passionate faculty committed to high-quality teaching, learning, and student support.
- Be enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and passionate about preparing students to be informed, capable, and confident young adults.
- Join St Paul’s and help students explore the law, understand economics, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
- Contribute to a Catholic school culture where each child has the opportunity to grow academically and spiritually.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic.
- Ability to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in nominated areas, meeting diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and school data to optimise educational outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and the wider community to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes.
- Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports continuous improvement within the school environment.

Qualifications

- Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
- Active NESA Accreditation
- Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Completion of CPR training

Conditions of Employment

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

- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after five years for eligible employees

Further Information & How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button and 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 criterion is no longer than 300 words. Applications may be considered through our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

- 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 criterion is no longer than 300 words

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

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing abuse. It complies with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Saf safeguarding Standards and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to abuse. All workers must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and Code of Conduct. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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