Acting Religious Education Coordinator - St John's, Campbelltown

Coordinator
Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 13 September 2026

Kindergarten to Year 6 serving the Campbelltown Parish with an enrolment of approximately 555 pupils.

Location: St John the Evangelist Catholic Parish Primary School, Campbelltown

The Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced educators for this significant leadership parental leave replacement position at St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School, Campbelltown commencing 27 January 2027 until 28 January 2028.

The Religious Education Coordinator shares responsibility for the development of the Catholic life of the school, leadership of its vision, mission and strategic priorities and contribution to the management of the school. The Religious Education Coordinator has delegated responsibility for the coordination and supervision of teaching and learning in Religious Education with a well-developed capacity to take forward the evangelising mission of Catholic schools within the Diocese of Wollongong.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

To be considered for this position, you will be able to demonstrate you are an effective educator who:

• Gives witness to the faith and contributes to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.
• Builds a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.
• Builds capacity through their own professional development and supporting staff by providing access to effective continual professional learning opportunities and giving regular feedback.
• Leads change and improvement to enhance learning for all students, especially in Religious Education.
• Develops and maintains positive partnerships with students, families and carers, the local church and the wider school community.

GENERAL CAPABILITIES applicable to the role:

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Accreditation to teach Religious Education (Level D) in accordance with the ‘Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong’ policy.
• NESA Accreditation at Proficient Teacher level or above.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as a child related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.

POSITION APPLICATION

Applicants are to complete an online application briefly addressing the essential criteria.

To confidentially discuss your application or general interest in this position please contact Anna Jones, Team Leader - Leadership and Professional Growth on 0448 884 092.

To submit your application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Closing date: 13 September 2026 at 11:55pm