A permanent full-time position commencing 27 January 2026 until 28 January 2030. The position supports the learning and teaching of a class of students with diagnosed Autism and/or, mild-moderate intellectual disability, and/or other disability, that require intensive individualised adjustments. The successful candidate will be responsible for working as part of a team to create a welcoming, safe and supportive learning environment conducive to meeting the particular learning needs of the students enrolled.
This is a permanent full-time position with Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW), based at St Joseph's Catholic High School, Albion Park. The appointment to this position is anticipated to be a four-year appointment commencing 27 January 2026. After the completion of the four-year term placement of a position within a systemic school will be negotiated.
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
- Have qualifications to teach Religious Education or the willingness to undertake relevant study in this area according to the CEDoW General Terms of Employment.
- Be an active and committed Catholic or demonstrate a willingness to support the ethos of the Catholic school.
- Have Special/Inclusive Education qualification or a commitment to gaining qualifications in Special/Inclusive Education and/or experience teaching in a support class.
- Demonstrate an ability to provide appropriate adjustments to meet the learning needs of students with particular diverse needs including students with a diagnosis of Autism.
- Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, and an ability to work independently and as part of a team to lead, mentor, and work collaboratively with all support staff, teachers in regular classes, parents/caregivers, personnel from external agencies and the wider community.
- Have an understanding of the role of collaborative curriculum planning process in order to inform patterns of study for students with autism.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Disability Standards for Education (DSE) 2005 and the processes integral to the annual Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
- Have strong skills in the integration of information and communication technologies in the learning process for students with diverse learning needs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of positive behaviour approaches and an ability to develop and maintain a positive, innovative approach to support students with challenging behaviours.
- Be committed to ongoing personal and professional learning, formation and growth.
DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA
- Show an understanding of legislation that underpins inclusive education in Australia.
- Show an understanding of Diverse Learning Needs Policy and Path to life: A Framework for Pastoral Care and Wellbeing (www.dow.catholic.edu.au under policies) based on the National Safe Schools Framework.
- An awareness of the Diocesan Lighting the Way Strategic Plan.
- Have the capacity to lead quality teaching practice, based on the Diocesan Learning and Teaching Framework.
The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:
- Well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Key Learning Area (s).
- Level B Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain level within the first 5 years of employment with CEDoW.
- The applicant must be registered to teach with NESA.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.
POSITION APPLICATION
Applicants are to complete an online application that asks to briefly address the essential criteria (equivalent to 2-3 pages) and submit a short CV (2-3 pages).
To submit your Application, please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Closing date: 12 October 2025 at 5pm
