Secondary Religious Education Teacher

Introduction:

St Paul's Catholic College, Booragul is seeking a Temporary, Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join our community from January 2026. This role will involve teaching three days per week — Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and offers an exciting opportunity to guide students in Religious Education and Studies in Catholic Thought, helping them explore faith, ethics, and personal growth.

At St Paul's, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our 750 students thrive in a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming environment where spiritual development is valued as much as academic achievement. Staff are empowered to lead with creativity, compassion, and purpose.

In this role, you will:

Deliver engaging Religious Education lessons and Studies in Catholic Thought, connecting Catholic teachings with contemporary issues and real-world experiences.

Encourage students to reflect, discuss, and develop their own understanding of faith, values, and ethics.

Contribute to the wider school community through pastoral care, faith initiatives, and spiritual formation.

This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about nurturing young people's spiritual growth, committed to student engagement, and enjoys working in a collaborative, faith-centered environment.

Join us at St Paul's and help students discover, question, and grow in their faith, while being part of a dedicated team that values innovation, care, and meaningful impact.

Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

Skills and Experiences:

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 apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment
• Ability to teach Stages 4 - 5 and Stage 6 studies in Cathollic Thought (desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• 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.

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 (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 just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Nicholas Wickham, Principal on Tel: or via email:

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.

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

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Friday 3rd October 2025 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.