Lead faith formation and Religious Education, build staff capability, strengthen Catholic identity, and work with school and parish communities to support spiritual growth, learning and wellbeing.
Salary Range:$154,326 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis of Assisi Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community that values respect, care, and a love of learning. Inspired by the example of St Francis, we promote a culture of peace, kindness, and personal growth. Our modern curriculum is designed to engage students and help them reach their full potential, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning through our innovative STEM Centre. We encourage curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Strong partnerships between families, staff, and the wider community are at the heart of our approach, ensuring each child is supported and celebrated on their educational journey
About the Role
The Religious Education Coordinator is a senior leadership role that helps shape the educational, spiritual, and faith life of the school. As a practising Catholic, you will lead high-quality Religious Education, build staff capability, and strengthen the school's Catholic identity through faith formation, professional learning, and strong parish partnerships. Working alongside the Principal and Leadership Team, you will foster a Christ-centred community where faith, learning, and wellbeing flourish.
Benefits and Opportunities
Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
Support for professional development and study opportunities




Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility
Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
Practising Catholic, connected to a parish or other worshipping community
Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest
Accreditation E in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy

Application Process
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.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) 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.
For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries:Sean Rutledge on ************ or via email ****** .
Application queries: Recruitment Team on ************ or via email ****** .

Applicant Information Pack
Calwell, ACT St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred learning setting, which respects and nurtures the uniqueness of all. Through a community characterised by commitment, celebration, service, support, compassion and justice, each individual is challenged to reach his or her potential and develop an awareness of the sacredness and interconnectedness of all life.

📌 Religious Education Coordinator (Australia)
🏢 Catholic Education, Archdiocese Of Canberra And Goulburn
📍 Australia