Permanent Secondary Catholic Religious Studies Teacher

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

EAP

Staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

St Joseph's College, Lochinvar, in the Hunter Valley NSW, invites applications for a Permanent Full-Time Secondary Religious Studies Teacher to commence January 2027. The college serves Years 7–12 with a Catholic ethos and a commitment to excellence in learning and faith formation.

The successful applicant will deliver Religious Studies across key stages, align with NSW teacher standards, and engage in collaborative planning within a vibrant school community and supportive diocese.

Qualifications

• Clear understanding and commitment to Catholic Education and ethos.
• Ability to plan contemporary and compliant RS programs to diverse learners.
• Use assessment/data to optimise outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff and community to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrate an innovative mindset and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Religious Studies across Years 7–12 within NSW standards.
• Plan, assess and differentiate teaching programs to meet student needs.
• Engage in data-informed practices to monitor progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and diocesan staff.
• Align pedagogy with evidence-based wellbeing and digital learning.

Skills

Catholic ethos commitment

Curriculum planning

Data-driven decisions

Collaborative work

Innovative mindset

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

St Joseph's College, Lochinvar, in the Hunter Valley NSW, invites applications for a Permanent Full-Time Secondary Religious Studies Teacher to commence January 2027. The college serves Years 7–12 with a Catholic ethos and a commitment to excellence in learning and faith formation.

The successful applicant will deliver Religious Studies across key stages, align with NSW teacher standards, and engage in collaborative planning within a vibrant school community and supportive diocese.