<p>Leader of Learning – Religious Education (Temporary Full Time, 2026)<br> St Clare’s High School, Taree<br><br> St Clare’s High School, Taree, is seeking an inspiring and committed Leader of Learning – Religious Education to join our team for the 2026 school year.<br><br> Established in 1971, St Clare’s is a coeducational regional high school serving students from the parishes of Taree, Forster/Tuncurry, Wingham, Bulahdelah, Krambach/Nabiac, and Gloucester.<br> Continuing the proud Josephite tradition of quality Catholic education that began in Taree in 1926, our school is built on faith, community, and a strong commitment to learning.<br><br> Renowned for its academic excellence and strong community connections, St Clare’s fosters positive relationships between staff and students that underpin every aspect of school life.<br> We are an inclusive, forward-thinking learning community dedicated to nurturing both the hearts and minds of young people in the beautiful Manning Valley.<br><br> Join us in shaping the faith and learning journey of our students while contributing to a dynamic and supportive professional environment.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EQC5mo095B9OjZgKRPv3yHgB_7I1cQwjJv85-ltgxT8Y3w?e=XjDUdx"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br> Whilst the Principal also has final responsibility for the development and implementation of the Religious Education program Kindergarten to Year 12, this responsibility is shared with the Leader of Learning – Secondary Religious Education, who also assists to support parents and carers in their role as religious educators of their children.<br><br> The Leader of Learning – Secondary Religious Education is an exemplary teacher who provides an excellent role model for other teachers, especially in the area of Religious Education and in their understanding of quality teaching and learning that is holistic and informed by a distinctive Catholic world-view.<br><br> The Leader of Learning – Secondary Religious Education works in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place which has a strong focus on enhancing religious learning for all students.<br><br> Within the RE faculty they will:<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Promote the development and maintenance of academic rigour in relation to Religious Education<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Supervise the implementation and teaching of the diocesan Religious Education curriculum<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure the highest standards of teaching practice<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student faith development<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul>