Coordinator of Mission and Ministry

St Francis Xavier College, Florey (see more jobs from this school)

Florey, ACT 


Coordinator

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 6 November 2025


St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1350 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.

<p><strong>Salary</strong>: $149,107&nbsp;plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility</strong>:&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date</strong>: January 2026, Term One</p> <p><strong>About&nbsp;St Francis Xavier College</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>St Francis Xavier College is seeking to recruit a Coordinator of Mission and Liturgy to join our team. The Coordinator of Mission and Liturgy is a specialist role and is key to embedding and building a vibrant Catholic culture in the College.&nbsp; The College is seeking a person who is committed to the vision of the College ‘<i>Living the truth, leading with courage, learning for life</i>’ who is invested in and who will promote the apostolic mission of the Church and of Catholic education.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The holder of the position must be a practising Catholic and an experienced educator, with demonstrated successful experience as a teacher of Secondary Religious Education with initiative, integrity and vision.&nbsp;</p> <p>The&nbsp;Coordinator of Mission and Liturgy provides expert advice and leadership in liturgical practice, contributes to the development of an accessible and vibrant faith community, and builds partnerhips with the broader community in illuminating the mission of the College.&nbsp; As a member of the Curriculum Leadership team,&nbsp;the Coordinator of Mission and Liturgy reports to the Assistant Principal Curriculum and Innovation and to the Principal in realising the vision and mission of the College.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Free onsite parking</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li> <li>Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance</li> <li>Practicing Catholic connected to a parish or other worshipping community</li> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/832/ClientPublicFile/82e4cf32-2283-4aa0-a0ce-14af922a6dc0.docx">Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest</a></li> <li>Have completed or be due to complete Accreditation E in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For further information about the College, please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sfx.act.edu.au/">website.&nbsp;</a>Information about the CECG can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6278 9040 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a><br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Coordinator%20of%20Mission%20and%20Ministry%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506051/coordinator-of-mission-and-ministry">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>