Religious Education Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Religious Education
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
6 October 2026
Posted 21 Sep 2026
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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
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
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 …