Location: Narrabundah, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $145,189 plus superannuation
Start Date: 30 January 2025, Term 1
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Thursday 10 October 2024
About St Benedict's Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School offers an outstanding education, within a warm and tight-knit community. We educate children from Kindergarten to Year 6, creating a diverse and inclusive environment where every child is celebrated. At St Benedict's, our student-centred approach to learning and exceptional pastoral care creates an environment where teachers are empowered to inspire, challenge, and nurture every child’s unique potential. As part of our collaborative and supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to shape both the academic and spiritual growth of our students, celebrating their achievements and fostering their love for learning.
St Benedict's Primary School is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
About the Role
The Religious Education Coordinator shares the responsibility of shaping the spiritual and academic journey of the school community. They work closely with the Principal and the Leadership Team in guiding the school's educational vision while fostering a Christ-centered, faith-filled environment. Their mission is to ensure that Catholic perspectives are seamlessly woven into every subject area, creating a holistic learning experience for all students. This position is reserved for a practising Catholic with a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth and well-being of students and staff alike, helping to inspire a thriving and supportive faith community.
Benefits and Opportunities
- A positive and collaborative workplace culture
- Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
- Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
- Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
- Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation
To teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (to be a Religious Education Teacher), a teacher must:
- Be a practicing Catholic.
- Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest.
- Have completed or be due to complete Accreditation D & E – Teach Religious Education in a Catholic school in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy.
Selection Criteria
- Has experience in leading and building the capacity of staff in the Religious Education curriculum.
- Has experience in leading change and demonstrates contemporary pedagogy that focuses on improving student outcomes in Religious Education, including implementing High Impact Teaching Practices.
- Has experience in evaluating, analysing, and using data to inform learning and engage in future strategic planning in Religious Education.
- Demonstrates effective communication with a variety of stakeholders to build relationships.
- Has experience in working closely with the priests and the parish community to foster strong relationships with all parish agencies.
Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.
Other Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.
For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.
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