Catherine McAuley College invites applications from experienced and motivated educators for a key leadership role as Religious Education (RE) Learning Leader commencing in 2026.

About the role

As part of the Learning & Teaching Team, each Learning Leader will:

Lead curriculum development and implementation in their learning area

Support and mentor teachers to improve instructional practice

Use data to inform teaching strategies and enhance student outcomes

Collaborate with colleagues to foster a culture of professional growth

This role attract a Position of Leadership (POL) allowance and is integral to the College’s commitment to high-quality, inclusive education.

What We’re Looking For

Applicants must:

Hold current VIT registration and teaching qualifications

Be accredited (or working towards accreditation) to teach in a Catholic school

Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Have a sound understanding of contemporary educational practices

Be committed to collaborative, evidence-informed teaching and learning

What We Offer

At Catherine McAuley College Bendigo, we are committed to supporting our leaders with the resources, environment, and professional culture they need to thrive. As a member of our leadership team, you will benefit from:

A collaborative and future-focused Learning & Teaching team

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

A values-driven school culture grounded in Mercy tradition

Access to modern facilities and digital learning tools

A strong focus on innovation, curriculum development, and student outcomes

A supportive and inclusive community committed to staff wellbeing and student success

About Catherine McAuley College

Catherine McAuley College is a co-educational Year 7 to 12 Catholic secondary school and a member of the vibrant network of Mercy Education Limited, schools around Australia, Catherine McAuley College staff benefit from a professional environment, which has been cultivated over the 145 years of the school’s heritage.

The Mercy values of compassion, courage, respect, justice, service and hospitality guide our way and our touchstone statement supports these values: ‘inspiring members of our community to be learners impelled to thrive and serve’.

The College is situated across two campuses: St Mary’s Campus, Barkly Street Bendigo (Years 10-12) and Coolock Campus, 1 St Vincent’s Road, Junortoun (Years 7 – 9). The current enrolment is approximately 1500 students with a significant growth forecast and plans well underway for further exciting future developments.

The College is a reGEN school committed to promoting and adopting an integrated curriculum approach to sustainable living including respecting, conserving, and renewing our global environment.

We are dedicated to developing students who are critical and creative thinkers, with the skills to be self-motivated in the pursuit of knowledge. Our students are empowered to see themselves as positive agents of change, who are called to participate actively and ethically in society as young men and women of Mercy.

To explore what happens in our learning areas across both campuses, please visit our website, take a virtual tour or look through Open House which also includes further 3D tours .

How to Apply

1. Provide a cover letter and your current Resume, including at least two professional referees – all applications are to be addressed to the Principal, Mr Brian Turner

2. Complete and include an Application for Employment – Teacher which is accessible via the website.

3. Email applications to the People and Culture mailbox: [email protected]

Applications close Sunday 26 October 2025.

More information

For more information on this role, please contact Mr Frank Dullard Executive Deputy Principal Staff & Administration on 5445 9100 or [email protected].

Each role attracts a Position of Leadership allowance.

Terms and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the current Victorian Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement (CEMEA) 2022 as varied or replaced from time to time.