<p><strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong><br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Monday, 23 February 2026&nbsp;<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Wednesday, 14 January 2026&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>Marist College Eastwood </strong>has a proud history of educating boys to be men who are 'Good Christians and Good Citizens'. Our contemporary learning approach ensures excellence in student outcomes and the strong Catholic ethos inspired by St Marcellin Champagnat, instils standards and a work ethic that boys carry throughout their lives.<br><br> We have a very involved parent community that supports the school in the delivery of truly holistic education where every person counts. From academics, to sport, to creative arts and social advocacy, <strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong> is an outstanding education choice.<br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>attractive remuneration package</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br><br> As a member of the school's Religious Education team, the <strong>Assistant Religious Education Coordinator</strong> (1 point) will play a key role in the development and implementation of Religious Education programs across the school, promoting Evangelisation initiatives, in building a thriving Catholic community. This position requires an outstanding educator with a well-developed capacity to take forward the evangelising mission of Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney.<br><br> To be successful for this role, you must demonstrate proven experience in:</p> <ul> <li>creating a faith community that brings the Gospel and teachings of the Catholic Church to all the students, families and staff</li> <li>creating a contemporary, student-centred learning culture</li> <li>initiating and leading change and improvement to enhance learning for all students, especially in Religious Education</li> <li>working strategically, with an understanding of the school within the broader educational, ecclesial and community context</li> <li>developing collaborative partnerships to support student and staff faith journey, learning and well-being, especially in the context of evangelisation.</li> </ul> <p>The successful candidate will also possess the following:</p> <ul> <li>completed, or has evidence of, study toward a Graduate Diploma or Master of Religious Education or Theology (desirable)</li> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools">Category D</a> Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead in systemic Catholic schools Archdiocese of Sydney Accreditation. Category E Accreditation desirable</li> <li>is a Baptised Catholic with demonstrated evidence of ongoing commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church and engagement in the life of a Catholic faith community such as a parish or an established community within the Catholic Church, as an expression of your relationship with Jesus Christ</li> <li>ability to demonstrate the standard descriptors at Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher Level in accordance with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers</li> <li>postgraduate units of study in Leadership (advantageous).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>referees, including your current principal (where applicable) and your last employer and a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1000bBkDOiTSmfhZ-gQorrmhAXzBFmGHs/view?usp=drive_link">Parish Priest Reference</a>.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> For any enquiries, please contact the Mission and Identity team by emailing <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:mi.appointments@scs.catholic.edu.au?subject=Assistant%20REC%20-%20Marist%20College%20Eastwood%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>mi.appointments@scs.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Assistant%20REC%20-%20Marist%20College%20Eastwood%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:mi.appointments@scs.catholic.edu.au?subject=Assistant%20REC%20-%20Marist%20College%20Eastwood%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">mi.appointments@scs.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NXlXECGafjFW1YktzO9pufOa_ypn22x/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>