Instructional Designer, Religious Education

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World.

It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.

WHY WORK FOR US?

• Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
• Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
• You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students

The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and skilled Instructional Designer Religious Education to join the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) team at Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS).

YOUR ROLE

The Instructional Designer Religious Education is a key contributor to the strategic faith leadership mission of MACS, working closely with subject matter experts across CMI to design and deliver high-quality digital and blended learning experiences. This role supports the development of faith-informed leadership and professional formation for staff across MACS schools and office.

You will apply your instructional design expertise and creativity to create engaging online content, microlearning modules, and multimedia resources that align with the MACS Faith Formation Framework and the MACS 2030 Strategic Vision. With strong technical proficiency in e-learning tools and a commitment to adult learning principles, you will play a pivotal role in shaping innovative, accessible, and meaningful learning pathways that promote professional growth and faith formation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced digital learning designer to work in a mission-driven environment that combines education, formation, and Catholic identity.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• You bring experience in instructional design, preferably in large or mission-oriented organisations.
• You have demonstrated expertise using Articulate tools (Rise, Storyline) and LMS platforms (especially Canvas).
• You are well-versed in adult learning theory, accessibility standards, and best practices in UX and inclusive design.
• You are a creative thinker and problem-solver who can transform complex content into compelling, accessible learning experiences.
• You are an effective communicator who thrives in collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including subject matter experts and leadership teams.
• You are highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage competing priorities with a focus on quality and outcomes.

ABOUT YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in instructional design, educational technology, education or related field.
• Proficiency in digital learning development tools and technologies.
• A current Working with Children Check or VIT registration.
• A commitment to the values and mission of Catholic education and MACS child safety standards.

HOW TO APPLY

Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.

Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email

You will need to provide:

1.  An up to-date Resume and

2.  A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.

Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Wednesday, 17 September 2025