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: 25^th January 2027

About Merici College 

At Merici College, you’ll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7–12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11–12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially. 

About the Role 

The Hospitality Teacher inspires students to develop the practical skills, industry knowledge and confidence required for success in the hospitality industry. They create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment, using contemporary teaching practices and differentiated instruction to support the diverse needs of learners. The successful applicant will guide students in developing an understanding of food and hospitality concepts, industry trends and safe workplace practices, including the preparation, storage and handling of food in accordance with current health and safety requirements. They will foster positive and respectful relationships, use student data to inform teaching and improve learning outcomes, and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive school community.

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 paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Kathleen Garvie on 02 6243 4100 or via email kathleen.garvie@cg.catholic.edu.au.

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au. 

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