Religious Education Coordinator - Stockton

St Peter's Primary School - Stockton

STOCKTON, NSW 


Coordinator

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 31 May 2026


St Peter’s Primary School, Stockton – Religious Education Coordinator (Permanent Full-Time | Commencing January 2027)

<p>St Peter’s Primary School, Stockton – Religious Education Coordinator (Permanent Full-Time | Commencing January 2027)<br><br> St Peter’s Primary School, Stockton is seeking an inspiring and faith-filled Religious Education Coordinator to join its leadership team from January 2027.<br><br> Set in a unique coastal location, St Peter’s is nestled in the vibrant seaside community of Stockton—overlooking the harbour city of Newcastle and just a five-minute ferry ride from the CBD.<br> This distinctive setting offers the rare blend of coastal lifestyle, community connection, and immediate access to a thriving regional city.<br><br> As a Catholic school within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, St Peter’s provides education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.<br> The school is committed to delivering a high-quality, contemporary and inclusive learning environment, underpinned by strong Gospel values and a shared commitment to excellence in Catholic education.<br><br> St Peter’s is a place where community is lived daily.<br> Teachers, parents, carers, clergy, parishioners and support staff work in genuine partnership, united by a clear focus on student growth and wellbeing.<br> Within this culture, students are known, valued and supported to flourish—academically, spiritually and personally.<br><br> The successful candidate will join a collaborative and committed leadership team, playing a pivotal role in strengthening the faith life of the school and leading excellence in Religious Education across a dynamic and supportive community.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EWlvy1HJbfRKm6MbAvM-z98BkHoSU0Ek_XppTG2J6GJyFg?e=anKDak"><strong><u>POSITION DESCRIPTION</u></strong></a><br><br> In the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, Religious Education Co-ordinators (RECs) are recognised and acknowledged as significant religious leaders for our primary school communities. They are members of the school executive team and are tasked with the role of supporting the Principal and Parish Priest in promoting and affirming the Catholic culture, identity and mission of the school.<br><br> RECs represent the school and the teaching profession in the community, especially the parish. They are professional, ethical and respected individuals within and outside the school.<br><br> RECs develop and shape a shared vision focused on providing quality and educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students.</p>