VCE Religious Education Teacher

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Regional College Sydenham invites applications for a VCE Religious Education Teacher to inspire senior students and foster their confidence as they plan diverse pathways beyond school.

Flexibility to include RE with other teaching areas, collaborative culture, and a commitment to child safety are valued.

Applicants must hold current Victorian Teacher registration (VIT), accreditation to teach RE, and Australian working rights; commence 27 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Current VIT registration and relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Accreditation to teach RE.
• A genuine commitment to Catholic education and child safety.
• A collaborative, student-focused approach to teaching and learning.
• Full Australian working rights (or valid visa).
• Commencement 27 January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and guide senior students in their final years of schooling within VCE RE and related subjects.
• Deliver quality RE instruction and adapt to possible cross-subject teaching areas.
• Collaborate with teaching teams to support student learning and pathways beyond school.
• Contribute to a safe and inclusive school culture in line with child safety policies.

Skills

VIT registration

RE accreditation

Collaborative approach

Australian working rights

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Education or RE

Job description

As a VCE Religious Education Teacher, you’ll inspire and guide senior students in their final years of schooling, helping them develop their skills and confidence as they prepare for diverse pathways beyond the classroom.

There may be some flexibility for allotment to include VCE subjects outside of RE: please include all teaching subjects/methods in applications.

As part of our team, you’ll be working in a dynamic environment that values collaboration, innovation, and the unique gifts each teacher brings to their students’ learning journey.

About Us

Founded in 1982, Catholic Regional College Sydenham is Victoria’s largest Catholic senior secondary school, specialising in VCE, VCE-VM, and VET studies. As part of the Catholic Regional College Federation, we are proud to serve the students of Melbourne’s West with the belief that “Every Student, Every Pathway” matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Current VIT registration and relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Accreditation to teach RE
• A genuine commitment to Catholic education and child safety.
• A collaborative, student-focused approach to teaching and learning.
• Full Australian working rights (or valid visa).
• Can commence 27 January 2027

Why Join CRC Sydenham?

• Be part of a large, energetic, and supportive teaching team.
• Work with senior students at a pivotal stage of their learning and future pathways.
• Enjoy a strong culture of professional collaboration and growth.
• Make a difference in a school that values diverse pathways and celebrates individual success.

Salary will be in line with experience, as per the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Catholic Regional College Sydenham and MACS are child safe employers committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. All employees must comply with our child safe policies and code of conduct.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and early appointment may be made.

20th November 2026

Attachments

Pre Employment Information - Teacher.pdf

Note

Applicants are asked to ensure that the following documentation is submitted.

• A one page cover letter addressed to the Principal, Mr Brendan Watson, outlining your interest and suitability for the position;