Religious Education Coordinator

Religious Education Coordinator | MacKillop College, Bathurst
All-girls, years 7-12 (713 enrolments)
Permanent Full-time Teacher Position
Initial two-year REC Allowance (3 pt)
Commencing: Term 1 2027, 28 January 2027

About the Role
MacKillop College, Bathurst is seeking an experienced and dedicated Catholic educator to join the school community. The Religious Education Coordinator is a key member of the leadership team of a Catholic school and exercises his or her ministry under the leadership of the Principal within the school leadership team, in collaboration with clergy, teachers, parents, Catholic Education staff and other members of the faith community who contribute to the life of the Catholic school.

The responsibilities of the Religious Education Coordinator in the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst are drawn from three key domains of leadership: 

• Religious Leadership: Gives personal witness to Catholic values; articulates an understanding of the Catholic tradition; assists the principal to ensure the school community is visibly Catholic and works collaboratively with the Principal, Clergy and parish teams identifying, developing and leading opportunities to connect school and parish in the evangelising mission of the Church; leads the liturgical and prayer life of the school community; ensures a rich spiritual and sacramental life for all within the school community; and promotes a commitment to social justice as part of our call to missionary discipleship.

• Educational Leadership: Exemplifies excellence in teaching in Religious Education that demonstrates knowledge of curriculum, student learning and pedagogical content knowledge; ensures curriculum requirements are in place to support a cohesive religious education program including scope and sequence and assessment practices; leads the ongoing development of effective and contemporary pedagogy in Religious Education; ensures inclusive teaching practices to support the learning of all students in religious education; and assists the principal in the implementation of a Catholic world view across the curriculum.

• Enabling Leadership: Develops processes for the induction, mentoring, and overall leadership of RE teachers in collaboration with the principal; encourages and supports teachers to meet Religious Education accreditation requirements; works collaboratively with other members of the school’s faith formation team including but not limited to the youth minister, parish sacramental coordinator and others; actively engages parents/ carers in the spiritual and liturgical life of the school; and builds relationships within the local community, and the broader church, to promote social justice and a preferential option for the poor.

A copy of the position description can be found here. 

About You (Selection Criteria)

• You are a committed practising Catholic.

• You are accredited at least at Category D, but preferably at Category E or willingness to attain Category E in your first contract period (Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools Policy).

• A personal commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Faith and ability to lead a school as a
  faith-filled Catholic community

• The ability to nurture productive and positive relationships

• The capacity to develop and maintain a cooperative relationship between Parish and school

• Evidence of highly effective classroom teaching

• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design, particularly in the area of Religious Education and an ability to reflect the spirit of these documents in school-wide implementation

• The capacity to lead initiatives within the school to oversee the implementation of all CEDB RE policies and requirements

• Capacity to lead school improvement processes and enhance pedagogy within a professional learning community

• Proven ability to advocate for, participate in, and lead strategies to support high-quality faith formation opportunities  for colleagues 

• Effective time management and communication skills

• The capacity to lead and develop staff at individual and whole school level

• Appropriate tertiary and Religious Education qualifications

Why Work for Us? 

• Supportive school community

• Career growth - access to formation, professional development and mentoring programs to help you thrive

• Diverse opportunities

• Work-life balance - enjoy the balance of fulfilling work with lifestyle-friendly benefits 

• Access to Fitness Passport & salary packaging

Click here to find out more about Bathurst, NSW.

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,800 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

MacKillop College, named for Mary MacKillop who had strong ties with the area, is an all-girls’ Catholic Secondary School located in the beautiful country city of Bathurst. MacKillop College is highly regarded in the Bathurst community with a fine reputation for excellent standards as well as promoting happy and harmonious relationships.

MacKillop College is grounded in its Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential are challenged to be the best version of themselves.

Click here to find out more about MacKillop College, Bathurst.

How to Apply

If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would like to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of three referees, which must include your current principal, the parish priest of the parish at which you regularly worship, and your school consultant (or equivalent if you are outside the CEDB).

• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 21 August 2026. 

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Head of Religious Education & Faith Formation, Angelo Belmonte, on 02 6338 3000. 

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.