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Youth Ministry Officer

  • 506547
  • HARRISON, ACT, 2914
  • Temporary
  • Closing at: Feb 22 2026 - 23:55 AEDT
  • Mother Teresa Primary (Harrison)
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Salary Range: $85,665 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.
Employment Status: Part-time| 15.2 hours per fortnight 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable 

About Mother Teresa Primary 

Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELC–Year 6 school located in Canberra’s Gungahlin region, proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built, interconnected learning spaces support flexible, team-based teaching and enable contemporary, inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, delivering targeted mental health programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking, and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture, structured mentoring, and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program, a commitment to educational excellence, and a values-driven environment, Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting. 

About the Role   

This role focuses on supporting student ministry initiatives, contributing to youth faith formation and education, and assisting teachers with the delivery of the religious education curriculum in classroom settings. Guided by the Religious Education Coordinator, the Youth Ministry Officer plays an active role in implementing and strengthening the Catholic Schools Youth Ministry Australia model, helping students deepen their understanding of faith. 

Benefits and Opportunities   

  • 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 
  • Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications  

  • Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
  • ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for the students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Carmel Maguire on 02 6241 5604 or via email carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au
Application queries: 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.   

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