Religious Education Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Religious Education
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
29 October 2026
Posted 14 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
160.5
115.9 teaching · 44.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,323
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
581 girls · 742 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $94,596 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Religious Education Teacher to work alongside dedicated and agile educators who are committed to delivering high-quality teaching informed by contemporary research and evidence-based pedagogy. Our teachers are experts in delivering the Australian Curriculum and BSSS frameworks in Religious Education, fostering engaging and meaningful learning experiences for students. We value subject expertise, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Professional growth is a key priority, with all staff supported through a comprehensive, multi-tiered professional learning program that promotes excellence in teaching practice and ongoing career development.
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 p…