Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools

The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.

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Religious Education, Curriculum and Formation Development

Location: Tweed Heads NSW, Lismore NSW, Coffs Harbour NSW, or Port Macquarie NSW

Tenure: Full-time, two (2) year fixed term contract commencing in January 2027, with the possibility of extension

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The Rewards:

• Enhanced Leave: 14 weeks of paid primary carer leave, 10 days of paid compensatory leave and a Christmas-New Year shutdown period. 
• Benefits: Salary packaging including novated car leasing, laptop, and a mobile phone.
• Flexibility: 7-hour day, 35-hour week. Achieve both work-life balance and the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with your peers with our hybrid working model. 
• Health and Growth: Fitness Passport (discounted gym/aquatic), free annual flu vax and EAP services, and dedicated career development pathways.

The Lifestyle

Whether you seek the vibrant, dual-state energy of the Tweed Coast, the coastal hubs of Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie, or the heart of the Northern Rivers in Lismore, this role offers the ultimate NSW sea change. Balance world-class amenities with the authentic charm of regional community living.

Overview of Role:

The Religious Education, Curriculum and Formation Development role will develop a renewed K-10 Religious Education (RE) Curriculum which aligns to diocesan directions, whilst enhancing pedagogical and theological support and understanding for middle leaders and teachers in RE Education and Foundations in RE.

This role supports the underlying Mission of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Lismore by delivering services that contribute to enabling our students to experience the fullness of life.

To Apply:

Please submit an online application, which includes a resume and a cover letter tailored to the key capabilities listed in the Position Description. 

Additional Information:

• Click this link for information on our Diocese and region.
• Relocating to the region? Check out The Welcome Experience by NSW Government.

Enquiries: recruitment@lism.catholic.edu.au

Applications close: 9am, Monday 13 July 2026.

Note:

• The advertisement closing date is subject to change without notice, and interviews may commence prior to the official closure.
• We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies for this position and will not be liable for any associated fees.

  Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools

Child Protection legislation requires staff to hold a valid NSW WWCC

An equal-opportunity employer