Executive APRE & RE Leader — Catholic Education

Catholic Education Northern Territory; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 158,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Catholic community and faith formation

Relocation assistance

Discounted school fees

Job summary

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College, Alice Springs, seeks an Assistant Principal Religious Education (APRE) / Religious Education Coordinator (REC) for the Bath Street campus. This full-time role combines executive leadership of Religious Education, liturgy, faith formation, and Catholic identity with classroom teaching duties for ELC to Year 4, commencing January 2027.

The role requires commitment to Catholic teachings, a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education, and pursuit or

Qualifications

• Graduate Certificate in Religious Education is required or essential.
• Master's degree in Religious Education, Theology, or Catholic Educational Leadership (or equivalent) is preferred or encouraged.
• Active member of a Catholic Eucharistic community and commitment to Catholic teachings.

Responsibilities

• Lead Religious Education curriculum development and implementation (Journey in Faith, Made in the Image of God Human Sexuality Program).
• Coordinate liturgies, prayer, and faith celebrations for students and staff.
• Support sacramental preparation programs in partnership with parish leadership.
• Lead retreat programs for students and staff and promote ongoing faith formation for staff.
• Ensure accreditation requirements are met and strengthen Catholic identity across the school.
• Embed local Aboriginal knowledge, spirituality, and culture within the Religious Education curriculum.
• Undertake teaching allocation alongside leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Religious Education

Curriculum design

Liturgy coordination

Education

Graduate Certificate in Religious Education

Master's degree in Religious Education/Theology/Catholic Educational Leadership

Job description

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College, Alice Springs, seeks an Assistant Principal Religious Education (APRE) / Religious Education Coordinator (REC) for the Bath Street campus. This full-time role combines executive leadership of Religious Education, liturgy, faith formation, and Catholic identity with classroom teaching duties for ELC to Year 4, commencing January 2027.

The role requires commitment to Catholic teachings, a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education, and pursuit or