Assistant Religious Education Coordinator (1-Point) / Primary Teacher

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coordinator 1 allowance

25% school fee discount

Job summary

St Andrew's Primary School, Marayong, seeks an Assistant Religious Education Coordinator (Coordinator 1)/Classroom Teacher for an ongoing full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The role combines classroom teaching with a one-point leadership position supporting the Religious Education Coordinator in RE curriculum development.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the Faith in Action Team, strengthen Catholic identity, and contribute to staff faith formation and program delivery within

Qualifications

• Hold recognised tertiary qualifications in Primary Education.
• Hold current NESA accreditation or be eligible to obtain accreditation.
• Hold Category D Accreditation to Teach Religious Education.
• Hold a valid Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrate commitment to Catholic faith, identity and mission.
• Demonstrate capacity to lead, support and empower others.
• Provide Statements of Service if required.
• Be willing to develop understanding of Encountering Jesus, CSPD curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, contemporary and inclusive classroom learning experiences.
• Support the Religious Education Coordinator in implementing Encountering Jesus, CSPD's Religious Education Curriculum.
• Assist with professional learning, faith formation and resourcing of Religious Education teachers.
• Support development and review of Religious Education programs, assessment and reporting.
• Build staff capability and share effective Religious Education practice through collaboration.

Education

Primary Education degree

Job description

Assistant Religious Education Coordinator (1-Point) / Primary Teacher

St Andrew's Primary School, Marayong is seeking a passionate and committed Assistant Religious Education Coordinator (Coordinator 1) / Classroom Teacher to join our supportive school community in an ongoing full-time position commencing in Term 1, 2027.

This position combines classroom teaching responsibilities with a one-point leadership role supporting the Religious Education Coordinator in the coordination and development of Religious Education teachers and the ongoing implementation of Encountering Jesus, CSPD's Religious Education Curriculum.

The Assistant Religious Education Coordinator plays an important role in supporting teachers to provide students with a high-quality and transformative experience of Religious Education. Working collaboratively with the Religious Education Coordinator and Faith in Action Team Coordinator as part of the school's Mission Team, the successful candidate will contribute to strengthening the Catholic identity and mission of St Andrew's.

St Andrew's is a welcoming Catholic learning community with a shared commitment to providing successful learning opportunities for every child. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure each student feels safe, valued and supported to grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

The Successful Candidate

Ongoing Full-Time | Commencing Term 1, 2027

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the Catholic identity and mission of the school.
• Deliver engaging, contemporary and inclusive classroom learning experiences.
• Support the Religious Education Coordinator in implementing Encountering Jesus, CSPD's Religious Education Curriculum.
• Assist with the professional learning, faith formation and resourcing of Religious Education teachers.
• Support the development and review of Religious Education programs, assessment and reporting, including the CSPD Learning Framework Uplift.
• Build staff capability and share effective Religious Education practice through collaboration and professional learning.
• Contribute to the school's Mission Team, middle-leadership network and broader learning priorities.
• Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills and a commitment to ongoing faith formation and leadership development.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, the parish and wider Catholic community.

Why Join St Andrew's Primary School?

We invest in our people. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration, including the applicable Coordinator 1 allowance.
• Up to 25% discount on school fees for eligible employees.
• Wellbeing initiatives and resources.
• Professional growth, faith formation and leadership development opportunities.
• Contemporary learning environments and a supportive, collaborative school community.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.

Qualifications and Accreditation

Applicants must:

• Hold recognised tertiary qualifications in Primary Education.
• Hold current NESA accreditation or be eligible to obtain accreditation.
• Hold Category D Accreditation to Teach Religious Education.
• Hold a valid Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the Catholic faith, identity and mission of the school.
• Demonstrate the capacity or willingness to develop the skills required to lead, support and empower others.
• Provide Statements of Service where required.
• Demonstrate or be willing to develop a sound understanding of Encountering Jesus, CSPD's Religious Education Curriculum.

About Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

St Andrews Primary is part of CSPD, a system of 83 primary and secondary schools dedicated to transforming learning and unlocking the potential of over 40,000 students. With 5,000+ passionate employees, CSPD provides the resources, support, and professional opportunities to help educators thrive.

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 adoption 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.