Religious Education Coordinator

Sts Peter and Paul Primary, Garran (see more jobs from this school)

Garran, ACT 


Coordinator

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 11 October 2026


The role of Religious Education is a Senior Leadership position and is on the school’s leadership team. This position is to be held by a practising Catholic who is committed to the Catholic faith and the spiritual well-being and growth of all.

<p><strong>Salary Range</strong>: $154,326 plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status</strong>: Full-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility</strong>: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date</strong>: 25 January 2027</p> <p><strong>About Sts Peter and Paul Primary School</strong></p> <p>Sts Peter and Paul Primary School is a vibrant co-educational Catholic Primary School located in Canberra’s inner south that offers a high-quality education to all students. The school caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. This is a place constantly adapting to the changing needs of young people and their world. It is a place where all children can discover who they are and develop the self-confidence to take on new challenges in a caring and nurturing Catholic environment.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Religious Education Coordinators (RECs) are entrusted with leading the spiritual and ethical formation of the school community. RECs oversee the delivery of a rich and engaging curriculum that not only explores faith traditions but also encourages students to think critically about values, purpose, and moral responsibility. Through guiding liturgies, social justice initiatives, and faith-based programs, RECs help shape a school culture where students are empowered to live with compassion, respect, and integrity. The REC would be part of a highly collaborative, supportive and experienced Leadership Team.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, <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, Flourish&nbsp;</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</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration</li> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance</li> <li>Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</li> <li>Be a practising Catholic, connected to a parish or other worshipping community supported by a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/832/ClientPublicFile/82e4cf32-2283-4aa0-a0ce-14af922a6dc0.docx">reference from a current Parish Priest</a>&nbsp;</li> <li>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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>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.</p> <p>Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL)&nbsp;is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://stpandp.act.edu.au/">website.</a> Information about CACGEL can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Samantha Mance on 02 6281 1932 or via <a href="mailto:erin.marmont@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">samantha.mance@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/507339/religious-education-coordinator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>