Learning Area Leader, Religious Education
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Religious Education
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
10 September 2026
About Parade College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
285.1
189.5 teaching · 95.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,968
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
17%
Girls vs boys
9 girls · 1,959 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Parade College
Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young people grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours.
As a long-standing Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all.
Parade College is the oldest Edmund Rice School in Australia, dating back to 1871, and has a proud history of excellence in the education and pastoral care. Parade offers a multitude of curriculum options for students, whatever their interest may be; from academic, sporting, music, visual arts and trade options.
The professional environment for staff at Parade College emphasises innovation, the importance of lifelong learning and quality relationships between staff, students and the College community.
The Position
The Learning Area Leader is the lead educational authority within their discipline, responsible for driving excellence in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and student outcomes across Years 7–12. The role requires strategic leadership, initiative and professional influence, fostering a high-performing team culture where teachers collaborate, innovate and continuously improve practice.
Learning Area Leaders are expected to act…