Religious Education Coordinator

Religious Education Coordinator

Holy Cross Catholic School

Kincumber, NSW

Coordinator

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 24 April 2026

Holy Cross Catholic School, Kincumber is currently seeking an energetic and passionate Religious Education Coordinator on a temporary, full-time basis for 2026.

Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?

We value our teachers and school leaders so they can best support every student to learn and flourish in a culture of safety and care. This is why we have taken the initiative to get ahead of the market and offer the following unique package of benefits to our staff:

• Higher Pay:Our latest four-year CSBB Enterprise Agreement provides salaries which are currently around 2% above the NSW Department of Education. Our EA is also underpinned by a guarantee our rates will be at least 1.5% above the NSW Department of Education into the future
• More Time:We provide every primary and secondary classroom teacher with Collaborative Coaching Time (CPT), in addition to the usual release from face-to-face. We have also introduced additional Staff Development Days plus further arrangements for teacher directed time throughout the year
• Staff Voice: Our Enterprise Agreement reflects our deep commitment to having systems in place which give our frontline staff a genuine voice in their work
• Staff School Fee Discounts:Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children's school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE
• Wellbeing Support: We provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow.
• Middle Leaders Program: We have a comprehensive program to develop leadership capacity, including for aspiring leaders of tomorrow
• Teachers Overnight Allowance for Camps and Excursions

Specific Criteria

• A practising Catholic who is able to lead the school community in faith, and build and sustain a culture of faith and learning that is Christ centred
• Able to effectively lead others in developing knowledge and understanding of the Religious Education curriculum
• Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, the parish team and wider community
• Demonstrates knowledge and insight when developing and co-ordinating creative liturgy and Social Justice initiatives
• A NESA approved, qualified and highly competent Classroom Teacher who demonstrates contemporary pedagogy, embraces the Teaching Standards, maximises learning growth and who engages students to love learning
• Effective in managing and facilitating safe and supportive learning environments with an understanding of positive student welfare practices
• Works collaboratively and contributes positively as a member of the leadership team
• Post-graduate qualifications (or working towards) in a related subject area (e.g. Leadership, Theology/RE, Educational Leadership) from an approved tertiary institution
• Valid Working with Children Check

About Us

We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 43 schools all promote faith, learning and wellbeing in the pursuit of our system wide Strategy, Shaping Tomorrow: Together in Faith. We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.

How do I apply?

Applications should include:

• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing each of the specific criteria listed above; and
• A current resume

Agencies, please note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position.

At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.

Holy Cross Catholic School

Kincumber, NSW

https://www.hckdbb.catholic.edu.au/

Principal:

Sonia Tannous

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Primary

Gender: Coed

281 Students

22 Teaching Staff

6 Non-Teaching Staff

Holy Cross Catholic School, Kincumber was established in 1991. Three stages of the schools building project have since been completed with another stage under construction. The school is situated on the Central Coast, it has a current enrolment of approximately 281 students.

The Vision Statement of the school is to nurture the Catholic Faith, develop the whole person, exercise authentic leadership, and create strong links with the community by endeavouring to provide appropriate resources.