Classroom Teacher - Religious Education

Catholic Schools Broken Bay; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah, part of Catholic Schools Broken Bay, seeks a passionate Classroom Teacher – Religious Education for a full-time permanent appointment commencing on Term 1, 2027. The role focuses on developing students’ understanding of faith, ethics and religious literacy within a supportive school community.

The successful candidate will use pedagogical best practices, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to Evangelisation and Catechesis as part of College

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Religious Education with a tertiary qualification.
• Desirable to have ability to teach Studies of Religion I & II.
• Commitment to child safety and inclusive learning environments.
• Willingness to contribute to Evangelisation and Catechesis and whole-school initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Religious Education within a Catholic school context.
• Develop students' religious literacy, theological understanding, and inquiry skills.
• Apply effective pedagogical practices and use data to support learning growth.
• Collaborate with staff to support faculty initiatives and curriculum reform.
• Incorporate digital technologies to enhance teaching and assessment.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities and College life.

Skills

Religious Education

Pedagogy

Digital technologies

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in Education/Religious Studies

Job description

Catholic Schools Broken Bay – Lake Munmorah NSW

St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah is seeking a passionate and dedicated Classroom Teacher – Religious Education to join our supportive and vibrant school community. This is a full-time permanent teaching opportunity, commencing on Term 1, 2027.

Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?

• Higher pay:Our four-year CSBB Enterprise Agreement provides salaries which are currently around 2%abovethe NSW Department of Education. Our EA is also underpinned by a guarantee our rates will be at least 1.5% above the NSW Department of Education into the future
• More time:We provide every primary and secondary classroom teacher with Collaborative Coaching / Planning Time, in addition to the usual release from face-to-face. We have also introduced additional Staff Development Days focused on curriculum reform, as well as separate arrangements for teacher directed time throughout the year
• Staff voice:Our Enterprise Agreement reflects our deep commitment to having systems in place which give our frontline staff a genuine voice in their work
• Staff School Fee Discounts:Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children's school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE
• Wellbeing Support:we provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow.
• Middle Leaders Program: we have a comprehensive program to develop leadership capacity, including for aspiring leaders of tomorrow
• TeachersOvernight Allowance for Camps and Excursions

Specific Criteria

• Highly effective, skilled classroom practitioner committed to the ethos of the Catholic School
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience teaching Religious Education.
• Ability to develop students' religious literacy, theological understanding, and engagement with questions of faith, meaning and morality.
• Capacity to teach Studies of Religion I and II is desirable; however, applicants without this experience are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to apply effective pedagogical practices and use student data to improve student learning growth and achievement.
• Capacity to create inclusive, safe and supportive learning environments that promote wellbeing, engagement and high expectations.
• Ability to build positive and productive relationships with students, staff and families.
• Strong collaborative skills and a commitment to contributing to faculty initiatives, professional learning teams and whole-school improvement.
• Effective use of digital technologies to enhance teaching, learning and assessment.
• Willingness to contribute to the Evangelisation and Catechesis team, co-curricular and the broader life of the College.
• Demonstrated commitment to child safety and the safeguarding of young people.
• Applicants who are not currently working in a Broken Bay systemic school must have a 4-year training qualification or be enrolled to undertake further study that will provide them with a four-year trained qualification to be eligible to apply for any teaching position in the Diocese.

About Us

We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 43 schools all promote faith, learning and wellbeing in the pursuit of our system wide Strategy,Shaping Tomorrow: Together in Faith. We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.

Application Closing Date: COB, 24 November 2026.