Religious Studies Leader of Learning & Innovation

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph’s College, Lochinvar, part of Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle, invites applications for a permanent full-time Leader of Learning – Religious Studies from January 2027. The role leads staff to deliver faith-filled learning experiences and strengthens Religious Studies across Years 7–12 within a dynamic school community.

The successful candidate will model high standards of teaching, support professional development, and collaborate with the leadership team to advance

Qualifications

• Four-year trained teacher with four years of successful teaching experience
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Postgraduate study in leadership (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Lead and support quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
• Develop and oversee Religious Studies curriculum across Years 7–12
• Foster collaborative and reflective practice within the faculty
• Promote student wellbeing through engaging learning experiences

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education

NESA Accreditation

WWCC (NSW)

Postgraduate leadership (Desirable)

Job description

St Joseph’s College, Lochinvar, part of Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle, invites applications for a permanent full-time Leader of Learning – Religious Studies from January 2027. The role leads staff to deliver faith-filled learning experiences and strengthens Religious Studies across Years 7–12 within a dynamic school community.

The successful candidate will model high standards of teaching, support professional development, and collaborate with the leadership team to advance