Religious Education Assistant Coordinator
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 27 June 2025
We are seeking a Religious Education Assistant Coordinator , commencing 21 July 2025. An Assistant Subject Coordinator at Daramalan College is responsible for supporting the Subject Coordinator in the effective administration and leadership of the department.
<p><strong>About Daramalan College </strong></p>
<p>Daramalan College is a co-educational Catholic secondary school in Canberra, ACT. It offers a comprehensive and diverse academic, pastoral, spiritual, vocational, sporting and cultural education to help prepare competent and confident young men and women for the world beyond school. The ethos of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) underpins all our policies and practices, and our students flourish in this environment.</p>
<p>Daramalan College is a community that inspires learning, nurtures potential and is strong in faith.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role </strong></p>
<p>This person shares in contributing to the overall care and education of students in the department and in providing support to members of the department.<br>
They would be expected to demonstrate leadership in developing and maintaining the MSC ethos of the College and in modelling high quality teaching and administrative practices. The Assistant Subject Coordinator is responsible, with the Subject Coordinator, for promoting and implementing school-wide initiatives in teaching and learning as well as contributing to curriculum development and the evaluation of units of work.</p>
<p><strong>Why work at Daramalan</strong></p>
<p>Daramalan College promotes a spirit of family formed in the tradition of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC). Underpinned by values of kindness and understanding, compassion and forgiveness, gentleness and humility. As a Catholic school in the MSC tradition, we are inclusive of all faiths and beliefs. The College promotes hospitality, with justice and concern for all. Our staff are valued and supported in their careers. We strive to create a positive and inclusive culture with a strong sense of family.</p>
<p>Other benefits for staff include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Modern facilities</li>
<li>Significant leadership opportunities with generous financial and time allowances. </li>
<li>Appealing teaching load. Full-time teachers have 17.9 hours of face-to-face hours per week.</li>
<li>Well-organised Professional Learning with accredited sessions and opportunities for teacher-identified learning. </li>
<li>Opportunities for spiritual formation, led by the Chevalier Institute.</li>
<li>Staff wellbeing is prioritised, with access to EAP, onsite health initiatives, and flexible solutions considered to support all staff.</li>
<li>Attractive remuneration, including salary sacrificing options.</li>
<li>Staff gain access to priority enrolment for their children.</li>
<li>Early career teacher mentoring program.</li>
<li>Well-resourced pastoral care structure to support teachers.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Application Process</strong> </p>
<p>Applications should be submitted in writing and addressed to the Principal and emailed to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:Principal@daramalan.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>Principal@daramalan.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:Principal@daramalan.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">Principal@daramalan.act.edu.au</a></p>
<p>Each application must include:</p>
<ol>
<li>Completed<strong> application sheet. </strong>(see attachment)</li>
<li>Your current<strong> Curriculum Vitae.</strong></li>
<li><strong>A pitch (maximum 600 words) </strong>outlining how your relevant experience and/or qualifications align with the Selection Criteria specified in the advertised position.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p>
<p>There is a teaching load with this role. Therefore, the person filling this role must also possess the skills, knowledge and qualifications of an effective classroom teacher.<br>
Specific requirements for this role include:<br>
1.Demonstrates a willingness to support and promote MSC values and spirituality.<br>
2.Has a strong knowledge of the curriculum and relevant experience in teaching in the subject area.<br>
3.Models excellence and innovation in teaching and learning and has the capacity to lead others to achieve high quality teaching and learning.<br>
4.Competent administrative and technology skills.<br>
5.Evidence of engagement in professional learning.<br>
6.High level inter-personal skills including the ability to manage and help staff develop, to resolve conflicts and to foster a harmonious working environment.<br>
7.An ability to assume temporarily overall leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Coordinator.<br>
8.Must have an ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card and TQI registration.</p>
<p>Applicants must have current ACT TQI registration and a valid WWVP card (or be able to attain these prior to commencement).</p>
<p><i>Daramalan College has zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect and other harm and we are committed to providing and maintaining a child safe culture within all aspects of our community. All candidates are subject to legislative and College screening processes and successful candidates must comply with School policies and relevant legislation relating to child protection.</i></p>
<p><br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact Nathan Greatz on 02 62456324 or <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:Nathan.greatz@daramalan.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>Nathan.greatz@daramalan.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:Nathan.greatz@daramalan.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Assistant%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">Nathan.greatz@daramalan.act.edu.au</a></p>