Working at SPC

St Patrick’s College, Strathfield is a Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition that began with an enrolment of 39 boys in 1928 and today offers a quality education to over 1,600 boys from Years 5 to 12. 

We are immensely proud of the opportunities that are afforded to students here at St Patrick’s College, with a robust co-curricular sporting and cultural program, excellence in learning and teaching, and faith formation and prayer life that assists in developing young men who are prepared for a dynamic world. 

Our College is built on the legacy of the Christian Brothers, and we proudly continue in the tradition of Blessed Edmund Rice. To that end, we embrace the Edmund Rice Education Australia Charter and commit to imbuing in our students the four Touchstones of an Edmund Rice education – Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, and Justice and Solidarity.

Working at St Patrick’s College, Strathfield means joining a proudly Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition. We are a community of highly motivated, passionate, professional and experienced individuals who are known for our inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, education and each other.

 

Professional

• Support for achievement and maintenance of Teacher Accreditation with access to:
  • Structured Teacher Accreditation Programs
  • NESA Accredited Professional Development
  • A dedicated Professional Growth Coach
• All staff are involved in taking responsibility for a cocurricular activity (sport or cultural) however they are remunerated for their work using a payscale linked to our Enterprise Agreement with a variable pay scales that takes into account the demands of the activity.
• Connection to the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Ltd network of schools
• EREA Ltd National Formation and Leadership Programs
• Formal performance appraisal framework promoting the professional growth and development of our leaders
• Annual Research Fellowship Scholarships
• Professional development grants to support further study
• Support in professional development career progression
• Mentoring
• Salary packaging options
• Superannuation and financial planning seminars
• One hour per fortnight dedicated to professional collaborative learning with colleagues
• School-provided Surface Book laptop
• Dedicated on-site IT Team including ICT Teaching and Learning Integration support

Health & Wellbeing

• Health and wellbeing program initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free access to school gym / weights room / pool
• Free annual influenza vaccination
• Free on-site and off-site parking and public transport subsidy through our Green Travel Plan
• Purposeful experiences through faith formation, social justice and sustainability initiatives

Cultural, social, community

• High performing academic school
• 25% school fee remission if son/s join the community too
• Varied and interesting Co-curricular Program
• Rich tradition of sporting and cultural success
• Diverse and inclusive community – our community is accepting and welcoming
• Connection to community through social and spiritual gatherings and liturgical celebrations
• International and National Immersion and Partnership Programs
• International and National Sporting and Cultural Tours
• Staff Voice – we value our employees’ ideas and suggestions for improvements
• Commitment to achieving gender leadership equity
• Celebration of staff achievement and recognition of service

All applications for permanent, temporary and casual employment opportunities with our College should consist of: 

1. A cover letter
2. A current CV outlining your qualifications, experience and skills
3. Responses to ‘target questions’ or specific statements addressing the essential and desirable criteria (where requested to do so)
4. Certified academic transcripts
5. Statements of Service
6. The names, telephone numbers and email addresses of three (3) referees
7. A current Working with Children number and date of birth for the Working with Children Check verification.

Your application should be addressed to The Principal – MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred.

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Unless otherwise stated, all applications will be reviewed ten (10) working days of the closing date listed in our advertisements. In the event that you have not been invited to attend an interview within that time frame, you can consider your application to have been unsuccessful for the position you have applied for.

If you not applying for a specific position but would like to express an interest in joining our dedicated and professional staff, please complete the ‘Career Application’ on this page or contact the Director of Human Resources, Risk and Governance on 02 8705 9295 for a confidential discussion regarding your suitability and availability for employment at our College.

Applications are warmly invited for the position, Director of Curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled, innovative and experienced leader who is committed to making a significant contribution to the College’s Academic programs.  
 
Located in Sydney’s Inner West, St Patrick’s College is a Catholic School educating in the Edmund Rice tradition. The College exists to provide an excellent learning environment for Year 5 to Year 12 boys. The College specifically caters for the learning, spiritual, physical and wellbeing needs of boys.     

The Director of Curriculum plays a significant role within St Patrick’s College. The position requires: 

• An exceptional educational leader with outstanding organisational skills
• A purposeful and respectful leader, able to inspire relevant, authentic and contemporary programs.
• An outstanding communicator who collaborates extensively and builds capacity in all stakeholders.

As a member of the College Leadership Team, this role works collaboratively with the Principal and other members of the College Leadership Team.
The Director of Curriculum is responsible for promoting quality teaching and learning, managing subject selection processes, assessment and reporting and ensuring compliance with our legislated responsibilities. Integral to the role is building capacity and capability of those staff in positions of middle leadership so they can lead effectively
 
The role of Director of Curriculum will be consistent with the vision of Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA), the Mission Statement of the College and with Catholic teachings, principles and values. Loyalty to, and support of, the Principal and the entire College Leadership Team is an essential element of this role.
 
To be successful, you will be able to:

• Share co-responsibility for the leadership of the College’s mission and vision, and fulfilment of the Strategic Plan.
• Initiation and implementation of beneficial change and improvement at the College.
• Facilitating the ongoing development of quality, contemporary teaching and learning processes
• Conducting regular reviews of Curriculum offerings and assessment and reporting procedures.
• Being up to date with the requirements of the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) in regard to the education of students in Stages 3 – 6.
• Interpreting and evaluating academic data in collaboration with the Principal, Deputy Principal and Heads of Department to enhance individual and College academic results.
• Overseeing the AAS testing regime across Years 5-12.
• Overseeing Scholarship and Bursary testing.
• Undertaking comprehensive data analysis (NAPLAN, PSAM, AAS) for the purposes of developing targeted programs that address underachievement.
• Complying with the requirements relating to all aspects of curriculum requirements as prescribed by NESA including indicative hours of study, rules pertaining to the HSC and the RoSA
• Promoting the implementation of whole school initiatives and processes, including Literacy, Numeracy, Learning Support, Gifted Education and ESL.
• Collaborating with College Leaders and teachers to ensure the ongoing implementation and evaluation of the College’s Learning Framework by drawing on the knowledge and support of educational leaders and contemporary research in promoting high-quality practice in learning.
• Coordinating the subject selection process for students and corresponding Parent Information Meetings.
• Updating relevant policies, handbooks, timetables, schedules, record keeping and administrative processes to support curriculum goals and initiatives.
• Assisting the Head of Operations in the design and development of the College timetable.
• Facilitating and being present at the Parent Teacher evenings.
• Facilitating and being present at all Trial HSC and HSC examinations.
• Coordinating and organising the College’s Annual Speech Night.
• Establishing and maintaining effective communication with all members of the College and wider community.
• Supporting the College Board Advisory Council through active involvement in an allocated Council committee.
• Informing the College community on developments in curriculum, learning and teaching and the use of technology, including availability of online resources.
• Demonstrating excellence as a classroom teacher.

Experience and Qualifications: 

• Appropriate Tertiary qualifications in education.
• Experience in a middle or senior leadership role.
• Be eligible to teach in NSW and meet all NESA requirements and Standards.
• Maintain a valid NSW Working with Children’s Check.   

Commencing in Term 4, 2025 – the Director of Curriculum is a Permanent full-time leadership position. This is a Coordinator 4 Leadership position with significant time release from face-to-face teaching. 
 
For a confidential conversation, enquiries regarding the application process or to obtain an Applicant Information Pack, please contact:
NSW State Manager / Executive Consultant, Simon Withers 02 8027 7906, simon.w@anzuk.education   
 
Application process: 
 
Applications will be received until Friday 13th June 2025. St Patrick’s College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
 
Child Protection
 
St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care is kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse. St Patrick’s College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Our physical and cultural environment promotes children’s and young people’s feelings of inclusion, participation and empowerment.
 
You are required, as a condition of employment at the College, to comply with our Safeguarding Program, including our Safeguarding policies and procedures, the EREA Child Safe Code of Conduct, and your legal obligations with respect to the reporting of child safety incidents or concerns and maintaining a valid and current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance.
 
It is your responsibility to be aware of key indicators of child abuse and other harm, to be observant, and to raise any and all child safety incidents or concerns with one of the College’s Safeguarding Officers and with external agencies where required.

The promotion of wellbeing at our College aligns with our vision for the education of our students. In partnership with parents, we seek to develop a strong sense of identity while empowering them to achieve personal excellence through purposeful experiences so they can be confident, capable and caring citizens.

3-year Promotional Appointment (2025 – 2027) + full time permanent teaching position – Commence Monday 21 July 2025 (Term 3).

We are seeking a passionate and accomplished Religious Education teacher to join our College as an Assistant Year Coordinator, commencing July 2025. This is a tremendous opportunity to contribute to the holistic development of our students as a member of our middle leadership team.

Reporting to either the Director of Middle School (Years 5–8) or Director of Senior School (Years 9–12), the successful candidate will be a highly experienced educator with a deep understanding of Religious Education and a commitment to student wellbeing and formation.

This is a 1-point paid position with time release of 0.1 FTE and is offered as a 3-year Promotional Appointment (2025 – 2027), held in addition to a permanent teaching position.

The role of Assistant Year Coordinator plays a pivotal role in supporting the Year Coordinator in academic care, management of student behaviour and wellbeing of students. The main focus of this role is to assist the Year Coordinator to support Student Wellbeing and the behaviour management process, including escalation of matters when needed as well as organising and coordinating activities or events specific to the allocated cohort.

In undertaking this middle leadership position, it is expected that the successful applicant will:

• Promote the four Touchstones of the Charter for Catholic Schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.

• Demonstrate excellence as a classroom teacher and encourage a spirit of excellence, responsibility, cooperation and assist with the recording, management, and follow-up in TASS regarding student wellbeing within the cohort. 

• Be aware of and have a clear understanding of child safeguarding response and reporting obligations.
  Work with College structures to support the Year Coordinator to address the needs of all students within the year group.

• Assist in the creation of a safe environment where students are not judged based on race, or academic ability.

• Assist with the communication required with parents / teachers / students’ areas of concern as soon as they arise.

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy the following selection criteria:

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.

• Qualified to teach Religious Education (Stage 4 and Stage 5) and Studies of Religion (Stage 6) with NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.

• Understanding of current wellbeing frameworks and research-based approaches to wellbeing in schools.

• Broad understanding of contemporary educational issues with a specific focus on the link between curriculum (learning) and student wellbeing.

• A strong interest in, and capacity to, develop connectedness and positive relationships with students in relation to their wellbeing and learning.

• Excellent rapport building, networking and relationship management experience.

• Well organised, self-motivated, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

• Ability to provide support to the Year Coordinator in the proactive, high-quality leadership and management of a team and capacity to work harmoniously with teams, whether in supervisory, collegial or advisory contexts.

• Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated capacity to communicate clearly with students, colleagues and the wider community regarding educational and wellbeing issues. 

Desirable Criteria

• Postgraduate qualifications (in leadership, education, wellbeing, religious education or theology).

How to apply

To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website Working at SPC | St Patrick’s College Strathfield

Your application should consist of:

1.Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability by addressing the following two targeted questions:

(a) What do you see as the greatest wellbeing challenges facing students in a contemporary school and how would you assist the Year Coordinator to address those challenges?

(b) Describe a time where you have been proactive in addressing a student wellbeing issue?

2.Current CV (maximum 5 pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees.

A working understanding of, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition, a valid Working with Children clearance and participation in the co-curricular program, are essential conditions of employment.

Evidence of a valid WWCC clearance will be required prior to employment.

St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.

Applications close 4:00PM Wednesday 18 June 2025.

General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251.

The College reserves the right to commence interviewing as applications are received.

The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Founded on Catholic values and the EREA Touchstones of Gospel Spirituality, Liberating Education, Inclusive Community and Justice & Solidarity, Religious Education is at the heart of a Catholic education at St Patrick’s College, Strathfield.

We are immensely proud of the opportunities that are afforded to students here at St Patrick’s, with a robust co-curricular sporting and cultural program, excellence in learning and teaching, and faith formation and prayer life that assists in developing young men who are prepared for a dynamic world. 

Temporary 3-point leadership position commencing Monday 13 October 2025 and concluding Thursday 2 April 2026 + full time permanent teaching position.

At St Patrick’s College, we believe great leadership is key when it comes to improving education, enriching learning experiences and maximising student outcomes. Commencing in July 2025, this is a tremendous opportunity to join our middle leadership team as the Acting Head of Religious Education (Stage 4 to Stage 6) and become an integral member of our vibrant faith and learning community. Reporting directly to the Director of Curriculum, you will be a highly experienced and accomplished educator and able to provide proactive, high-quality leadership and management. 

You will work closely with , support and collaborate with the Director of Identity and Identity Team who provide spiritual, religious and theological leadership for the College community. However, your primary focus will be providing leadership to the pedagogy of teaching, learning and assessment; promoting and supporting Religious Education and Formation; and integrating Gospel Values and principles across the curriculum.

This is a dynamic role requiring exceptional communication, interpersonal and organisational skills together with an ability to prioritise and work autonomously. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will inspire, motivate and lead the pursuit of excellence in the pedagogies of teaching, contemporary teaching methodologies, differentiation of the curriculum, learning and assessment, classroom management, and professional development strategies to build the capability and capacity of the team.

This role would suit an accomplished educator looking to take the next step in leadership of curriculum delivery, while supported by a positive, experienced and collaborative team.

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy the following selection criteria:

Essential Criteria

• A working understanding of, and commitment to the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.

• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.

• Qualified to teach Religious Education (Stage 4 and Stage 5) and Studies of Religion (Stage 6) with NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW together with at least five (5) years teaching experience and demonstrated excellence as a classroom practitioner.

• The ability to co-ordinate high impact teaching and learning (curriculum, pedagogy, assessment) and drive student learning through a deep understanding of the Religious Education curriculum whilst ensuring reporting, monitoring and compliance requirements are met.

• Previous experience in or capacity to lead improvement in teaching practice (professional learning, evidence informed and collaborative practice).

• Previous experience in, or capacity to lead the process of planning, developing and implementing the syllabus.

• Expert knowledge of assessment and feedback with the ability to design and implement learning that caters for a diverse range of students.

• Ability to build relational trust with a team using a disposition of self-reflection, open-mindedness, interpersonal courage, empathy, perseverance and resilience.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Postgraduate qualifications (in leadership, education, religious education or theology).

How to apply

To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website Working at SPC | St Patrick’s College Strathfield 

Your application should consist of:

1.Cover letter (maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability by addressing the following two target questions:

(a) Please outline how you would lead the Religious Education Faculty to achieve excellence in all aspects of teaching and learning?

(b) How would you use your expertise to support and enrich the learning of our students?

2.Current CV (maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees (at least two must be from your current employer).

All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).

We look forward to hearing how your capabilities, knowledge and experience make you the best person for this role.

A working understanding of, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition, a valid Working with Children clearance and participation in the co-curricular program, are essential conditions of employment.

Evidence of a valid WWCC clearance will be required prior to employment.

St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse. 

Applications close 4:00 PM Wednesday 18 June 2025.

General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251. 

The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

We are seeking expressions of interest from casual Primary (Stage 3) and Secondary teachers (Stage 4 to Stage 6). You will be employed on a day-to-day basis to replace temporary or permanent teachers who are on short-term leave. 

Opportunities for an immediate start.

To join our team of professional casual teaching staff you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy all of the following essential selection criteria:

Essential Criteria

• A commitment to the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.
• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.
• Qualified Secondary Teacher (note subject/s you are qualified to teach) or Primary Teacher with NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.
• Committed to excellence as a classroom practitioner.
• Ability to cater to a diverse range of learning needs through differentiation of curriculum.

How to apply

If you are interested in starting your career or developing your teaching skills in a highly reputable Catholic independent school, you can express your interest in joining our motivated professional casual teaching staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website Working at SPC | St Patrick’s College Strathfield

Your application should consist of:

1.Cover letter (maximum two pages) that highlights your interest in working for our College as a casual teacher

2.Current CV (maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees

All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).

Evidence of a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance will be required prior to employment.

St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.

General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251.

The College reserves the right to commence interviewing as applications are received.