Religious Education Coordinator: Catholic School Leadership

St Joseph's Primary Schofields; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Up to 25% off school fees for your own

Wellbeing initiatives and Fitness/PASs

Professional growth and development

Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

St Joseph's Primary Schofields in Schofields NSW is seeking a Religious Education Coordinator for a permanent, full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. You will lead Catholic education delivery, collaborate with school and parish partners, and enhance liturgical life while upholding safeguarding standards.

The role requires four years in education, RE accreditation (Category D and E), and a Masters in RE/Theology or related leadership qualification, with a strong commitment to faith in practice.

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to the Catholic faith in practice and lifestyle, witness and modelling.
• Substantial currency in Religious Education pedagogy and knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum.
• Accreditation to teach RE and the completion of a Masters of Religious Education/Theology or a Masters of Educational Leadership if applicable.
• Four years of professional qualification in education.
• Ability to lead and collaborate within a school community and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality contemporary learning and teaching embedded in the Catholic worldview.
• Lead a collaborative ministry of witness and service as part of the evangelising mission of the Church.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum and enhance liturgical, sacramental and spiritual life.
• Build relationships with Parish Priest, parents, Diocese, and partners in Catholic education.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive and challenging learning environment.

Skills

Catholic faith

RE pedagogy

Curriculum knowledge

Educational leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Professional learning

Education

Masters in RE/Theology

Category D accreditation (RE)

Category E accreditation

NSW Education Standards Authority eligibility

Job description

St Joseph's Primary Schofields in Schofields NSW is seeking a Religious Education Coordinator for a permanent, full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. You will lead Catholic education delivery, collaborate with school and parish partners, and enhance liturgical life while upholding safeguarding standards.

The role requires four years in education, RE accreditation (Category D and E), and a Masters in RE/Theology or related leadership qualification, with a strong commitment to faith in practice.