Religious Education Teacher (Years 7-12)

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis Catholic College, Edmondson Park, NSW, is inviting applications for a Religious Education Teacher (Years 7–12) within the Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong. The successful candidate will teach Religious Education (Years 7–10) and Studies of Religion I and II, contributing to a faith-filled learning community.

The role emphasises forming students in faith and improving learning outcomes, and requires WWCC, NESA accreditation, and a commitment to the Catholic mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the Catholic School.
• Plan for effective teaching and learning in SOR/Sect Religious Education.
• Use diverse assessment strategies and analyse data to inform learning.
• Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers, and the school community.
• Experience teaching in at least one other KLA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Education for Years 7–10 and Studies of Religion I & II.
• Create an engaging, faith-informed classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Education

Accredited Level D to teach Religious Education

NESA accreditation to teach

Job description

Religious Education Teacher (Years 7-12)

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong – Edmondson Park NSW

St Francis Catholic College, Edmondson Park is located near the junction of the M5 and M7 motorways. It is a rapidly growing K-12 school with a student population rising to over 1690 in 2027. The college is one school, not a traditional primary school and high school coexisting on the same site. As such, the college is organised into Junior Years Learning (K-4), Middle Years Learning (5-8), and Senior Years Learning (9-12). St Francis has finalised its new, modern 7th Stage of building development and offers state-of-the-arc learning & specialist KLA facilities.

A permanent full time position commencing 28 January 2027. The successful applicant will be required to teach Religious Education (Years 7-10) and Studies of Religion I and II.

The role of the Classroom Teacher exists to support growth in faith and improvement in learning for students to reach their full potential.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrate a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
• Create and maintain an orderly, safe and supportive learning environment based on the principles of PB4L.
• Apply knowledge of the diverse needs of students to support their full participation in learning.
• Ability to plan for and implement effective teaching and learning in SOR/SICT and Religious Education.
• Use a range of assessment strategies and analyse data to inform student learning.
• Demonstrate commitment to engage professionally with colleagues, parents /carers, and the wider school community.

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

• A willingness to become an expert Teacher in the studies of Religion (SOR) space,
• Experience teaching in at least one other KLA (Stage 4, 5 and/or Stage 6)

GENERAL CAPABILITIES

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Key Learning Area (s).
• Accredited Level D to teach Religious Education in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain this level within the first 5 years of employment with CEDoW.
• The applicant must be accredited to teach with NESA.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN'S CLEARANCE

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is unwavering in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This is at the heart of everything we do.

Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered and to feel safe.

As school communities and as individuals, we commit to keeping children and young people safe, and to work together with them to create cultures that honour dignity and enrich wellbeing.