Permanent Full-Time | Commencing 2027

Join the Catholic Schools Office Maitland-Newcastle and help shape the future of Catholic education across our Diocese.

Supporting over 21,000 students in 57 schools and specialist learning settings, you’ll play a key role in strengthening Catholic identity, faith formation, and mission-focused leadership across our school communities.

If you’re passionate about inspiring others, fostering faith, and contributing to educational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation where faith, learning and leadership come together to make a lasting difference.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The CSO Education Officer – Formation for Mission will provide leadership and support in the writing and facilitation of a suite of Diocesan formation opportunities for schools, as well as strategically working with schools to enhance their Catholic identity and mission. This position will be part of a formation team who will work in consultation with the Assistant Head of Religious Education & Spirituality Services.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Practising Catholic active in the life of a Eucharistic community, with an understanding of their baptismal call to share and witness the good news of Jesus Christ;
• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools.
• The capacity to deliver spiritual/faith formation programs that speak to the spiritual, personal and professional aspects of all people.
• Post-Tertiary qualification (or currently enrolled) in a related field, including Religious Education or Theological Studies.
• At least three years relevant experience in a comparable role (for example in education or ministry).
• Have relevant school, system or Church leadership experience demonstrating a capacity to provide leadership and advice at a school and system level.
• Have demonstrated initiative and the ability to work in a team setting or unsupervised, as required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Competency in facilitation, professional learning, interpersonal and communication skills.
• A willingness to undertake travel as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trainer teacher or equivalent
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Active AWTL Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Ryan Gato on Tel: (02) 4979 1200 or via email: [email protected]

TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

• Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
• Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications close: Sunday 11th October 2026 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is a child safe organisation, committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable persons and has zero-tolerance of any abuse. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and comply with our Safeguarding Framework Policy and Codes of Conduct.

This position has been determined as child related and the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will be verifying the successful applicant’s Working with Children Check for Paid Employment prior to commencing working in the position.  For more information, please visit the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian. 

Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.