HEAD OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Kolbe Catholic College Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolbe Catholic College is seeking a Head of Religious Education (RE) to lead the RE Learning Area in our Catholic secondary college in Rockingham, WA. The role focuses on curriculum development, innovative teaching practices, and fostering student learning with Gospel values.

The successful candidate will be an active Catholic, collaborate with the Principal and Campus Ministry leaders, and support pastoral care and year-level leaders to sustain our faith-based, authentic learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be an active Catholic with ability to witness Gospel values in school life.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to lead the RE team.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Religious Education curriculum and teaching practices.
• Inspire and mentor RE teachers to enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with Principal and Campus Ministry for RE program implementation.
• Promote Gospel values and pastoral care across the College.

Job description

The Head of Religious Education (RE) is responsible to the Principal for the Religious Education Learning Area. The main responsibility of the Head of RE is the development of the Religious Education curriculum, teaching practices and student learning. They will be required to be an experienced teacher and demonstrate the ability to inspire teachers and students within the Learning Area. Embracing contemporary pedagogies, they will be innovative in their approach and further enhance the College’s dynamic and authentic learning environment.

As the Head of RE, the successful applicant will have an awareness of the importance of this Learning Area in a Catholic school. The Head of RE has a shared responsibility with the Principal for the implementation of the RE Program mandated by the Archbishop of Perth. Religious Education is the learning area which focuses on the knowledge and understanding of the Gospel as it is handed on by the Catholic Church to those who follow Christ in today’s world, and thereby has an evangelising role. The Head of RE should be an active member of the Catholic Church, and be free from any impediment to full acceptance by the Church. It is essential that the Head of RE maintains open and constant communication with the Principal and Director - Campus Ministry, actively and positively supporting them in their roles. The Head of RE will also extend active and positive support to the House Coordinators and Heads of Year in their responsibilities for the Pastoral Care in the College.

The Head of RE, although accountable to the Principal for the professional development and the coordination of curriculum within the RE Learning Area, will work in close collaboration with the Deputy Principals who have responsibility for the total overview of curriculum coordination within the College.

As with all staff, and particularly those in leadership positions, it is essential that the Head of RE strives to witness Gospel values to the whole school community. It is important that the Head of RE, as in all leadership positions in Catholic schools, continues to develop both spiritually and professionally.

Full job description is available at the College’s website .

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting Mr Mike Pickford the College’s Vice Principal via email at [e-mail] . In keeping with the Australian Privacy Policy we are required to advise that unsuccessful applicant documents will be retained for three months from the closing date of applications, after this time they will be destroyed.

Welcome to Kolbe Catholic College — a co-educational Catholic secondary school located in the coastal town of Rockingham. For more than 30 years, we have been offering students from Years 7 to 12 an outstanding Catholic education based on the values of courage, faith and excellence.

Our mission is to nurture and celebrate our students. We aim to help them flourish by providing a welcoming environment — a place where they will feel loved and develop a genuine sense of belonging.

Kolbe students are challenged to be collaborative and critical thinkers, to develop a sense of solidarity and justice for all people and aspire to create a better future for everyone. They are encouraged to carry the message of Jesus and the spirit of our patron saint, Maximilian Kolbe, in their hearts, and to show courage, faith and excellence in all facets of their lives.

Set on a beautiful campus with modern facilities, enthusiastic and passionate staff, and a strong reputation for pastoral care and academic achievement, we work closely with families to guide and support our students during their journey at Kolbe.

We encourage you to explore our website, discover the Kolbe Way, and find out why Kolbe Catholic College is the school of choice in our community.

“Don’t ever forget to love.”

Saint Maximilian Kolbe

Welcome to Kolbe Catholic College — a co-educational Catholic secondary school located in the coastal town of Rockingham. For more than 30 years, we have been offering students from Years 7 to 12 an outstanding Catholic education based on the values of courage, faith and excellence.

Our mission is to nurture and celebrate our students. We aim to help them flourish by providing a welcoming environment — a place where they will feel loved and develop a genuine sense of belonging.

Kolbe students are challenged to be collaborative and critical thinkers, to develop a sense of solidarity and justice for all people and aspire to create a better future for everyone. They are encouraged to carry the message of Jesus and the spirit of our patron saint, Maximilian Kolbe, in their hearts, and to show courage, faith and excellence in all facets of their lives.

Set on a beautiful campus with modern facilities, enthusiastic and passionate staff, and a strong reputation for pastoral care and academic achievement, we work closely with families to guide and support our students during their journey at Kolbe.

We encourage you to explore our website, discover the Kolbe Way, and find out why Kolbe Catholic College is the school of choice in our community.