About us
The Diocese of Parramatta is home to more than 330,000 Catholics and is one of the most diverse and fastest growing dioceses in Australia. The Diocese is made up of 45 parishes and 82 Catholic schools across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains and includes several agencies which assist the bishop in the pastoral care of the community. We are passionate about Social Justice, Mission and Service.
About the role
The Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) Faith Educator plays a pivotal role in supporting and overseeing the implementation of CCD programs across deaneries and parishes. Reporting directly to the Manager of CCD, this individual is responsible for ensuring that Catholic religious education initiatives are carried out effectively and in line with the mission and values of the Church.
About you
Key to this role is your genuine passion for helping people. Just as important is your willingness to be part of a friendly and warm culture, where we go above and beyond to respect and support each other, and where we come together often to celebrate! You will need to be able to work independently as well as enjoy working as part of a close-knit team.
Essential requirements
To be considered for this role, you should ideally meet the following essential requirements:
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Leadership & Liaison
- Act as the primary point of contact between parish clergy, parish CCD coordinators and SRE catechists.
- Maintain consistent and open communication with clergy within the diocese to ensure alignment and support for SRE initiatives
- Lead initiatives to identify recruitment and support the initial and ongoing qualifications of catechists, providing ongoing support and training to ensure their professional and spiritual growth.
- When appropriate, lead recruitment efforts at parishes, collaborating with clergy, Manager of CCD to ensure successful engagement and recruitment of catechists.
Training & Professional Learning
- Ensure that SRE Catechists participate in all mandatory training to maintain accreditation and further their professional development.
- Attend and actively contribute to professional learning and spiritual formation days to enhance personal growth and effectiveness in the role.
- Chair meetings across deaneries and parishes each term to support, encourage, and foster communication with Clergy Parish Coordinators and SRE Catechists.
- Participate in Parish Gathering Days, workshops, reflection days, and Diocesan CCD committees (e.g. CCD Diocesan Mass, Conferences) to stay connected with the wider community and strengthen CCD initiatives.
Parish & Community Engagement
- Attend parish SRE meetings as needed to provide support, address concerns, and ensure alignment with diocesan guidelines
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with parish groups through regular personal visits, phone and email communication, school visits, attendance at parish functions, SRE Masses, children’s liturgies, recruitment drives, in-service sessions, and parent information sessions
- When necessary, liaise with public school staff to address concerns or clarify the implementation of SRE procedures, ensuring smooth communication and effective delivery of SRE.
Qualifications & Competence
- Appropriate tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience
- Current Drivers License.
- Current Working with Children Check Clearance.
Skills & Experience
- Strong commitment to supporting the Bishop of Parramatta’s mission to teach, sanctify, and govern, empowering disciples to evangelise within the Diocese.
- In-depth knowledge of and dedication to the CCD vision, mission, and values, aligned with the Diocese’s Pastoral Plan for a Synodal Church.
- Strong commitment to supporting the Bishop of Parramatta’s mission to teach, sanctify, and govern, empowering disciples to evangelise within the Diocese.
- In-depth knowledge of and dedication to the CCD vision, mission, and values, aligned with the Diocese’s Pastoral Plan for a Synodal Church.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and confidentiality
- Professional demeanor and presentation in line with the Office of the Bishop.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and confidentiality
- Professional demeanor and presentation in line with the Office of the Bishop.
Benefits of working with us
- A competitive salary and Salary Packaging options (which can increase your take-home pay);
- Flexible hours.
- Flexible working options
- Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year;
- An authentic, diverse and friendly culture;
- Numerous opportunities for professional development.
Apply for this role
The closing date for applications is: 25 June 2025
Applications for the position should include:
- A covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position, why you’re a good fit, and how you meet the Essential Requirements.
- Curriculum Vitae.
For a confidential chat, please email your details to [email protected], and a member from our friendly team will call you.
The Diocese of Parramatta is a child safe organisation and is committed to providing child safe communities that recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
The Diocese of Parramatta is respectful and accepting of individual differences and is committed to embracing diversity and treating all people with dignity. We welcome applicants from all cultures, religions and backgrounds.
In all that we do in the course of our work, the Diocese of Parramatta acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands in which the Diocese of Parramatta sits, the land of the Darug and Gundungurra people.
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