Religious Education Teacher

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Religious Education

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Secondary

Salary range

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Closing date

6 October 2026

14 days remaining

Posted 21 Sep 2026

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About Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

141.8

94.6 teaching · 47.2 non-teaching

Students per teacher

11.6:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,097

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

51%

Girls vs boys

1,097 girls · boys

100%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

With increasing student numbers, an exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Religious Education Teacher to join our College community from Term 1, 2027.



Who are we?
Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta is an independent Catholic school for girls, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889 and entrusted to Mercy Partners in 2021. Grounded in the Mercy values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice and Service, the College nurtures students and staff as visionary leaders and compassionate changemakers. Mercy is expressed as empathy and love in action, within a community where academic learning and faith flourish together. 



The opportunity
As our student population continues to grow, we require an experienced Religious Education Teacher to deliver engaging, contemporary and high-quality learning experiences that foster faith development, critical thinking and a deeper understanding of Catholic tradition and values across all stages of learning. Through effective teaching practice, meaningful feedback and a commitment to student growth, this role seeks to maximise the achievement, wellbeing and potential of every student while nurturing their spiritual, moral and personal development. 

Central to this teaching role is a commitment to nurturing the gifts, talents, and aspirations of every student. The successful applicant will embrace and promote the Catholic identity of the College, ensuring that Catholic values and the Mercy tradition are reflected in all aspects of school life, learning and leadership.


What we are looking for

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and …

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