Careers at CSPD

The School 

St Columba’s strives to be authentically Catholic in its identity, while ensuring the best possible learning and teaching for the whole person as part of a rich tradition of Catholic education.  Surrounded by beautiful native bushland, wildlife and modern learning spaces,
St Columba’s is fully equipped with the tools of today, whilst offering staff and students a tranquil setting for learning.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join our vibrant College community. As a member of our team, you will play an integral role in shaping the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of our students, fostering a strong foundation in Catholic teachings while inspiring faith-based learning.

About the Role
As a Secondary Religious Education Teacher, you will report to the Principal and be responsible for delivering high-quality, contemporary Religious Education. You will work collaboratively to enrich the faith and academic lives of students, contributing to the Church’s mission and serving as a witness to faith within the school community.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:

• Show a strong understanding of the Religious Education curriculum, underpinned by Catholic Theology, including key concepts, skills, pedagogy, and subject-specific literacy. 

• Select and adapt learning strategies appropriate to each student’s developmental stage. Encourage students to be active witnesses of their faith, and inspire them in their spiritual and personal growth.

• Develop and implement dynamic and engaging learning programs, negotiating with students to set individual, explicit, and achievable learning goals. 

• Use a range of assessment strategies to monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback that supports current and future learning outcomes.

• Be an active member of the school community, working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and students to nurture a living faith within the school and broader community.

Key Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate will possess:

• A deep commitment to the Catholic faith and a passion for sharing it with students.

• Proven experience in teaching Religious Education at the secondary level.

• Strong knowledge of the curriculum and theology underpinning Religious Education.

• Accredited with NESA to teach Religious Education 

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement engaging and effective learning programs.

• Capacity to challenge students and foster their faith development through appropriate pedagogical approaches.

• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and formation for mission.

What’s on offer?

There are so many great things that CSPD has to offer! As a valued CSPD employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools. But that's not all. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration

• Salary packaging 

• Wellbeing initiatives and resources

• Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees 

• Extensive growth and development opportunities 

• Ex-gratia leave 

• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

Essential Qualifications and Accreditations:

• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
  
  

• Completed Tertiary Qualification
  
  

• Valid Working with Children Check (for employment purposes)

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/.

Apply today!