As a Catholic school, we deliver education grounded in strong values and a clear Catholic identity.
'We must strive to do ordinary things extraordinarily well.' – Catherine McAuley
This ethos underpins our commitment to excellence in all aspects of school life. A key expectation for all staff is active involvement in outreach and community engagement, as we believe in serving others and building strong connections within and beyond our school gates. Our mission is to foster students' intellectual, spiritual and personal growth, empowering them to become compassionate and contributing members of society. Much like Catherine McAuley and the sisters of Mercy who draw on core values to inform their decision-making, we keep the Mercy values at the forefront of our decision-making and actions.
At Sacred Heart College, we don’t just teach; we inspire. Rooted in the Mercy values, our College is a vibrant community where innovation meets tradition. We are looking for passionate educators and professionals who are eager to reimagine learning for a changing world. Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in a purpose-led environment?
We don't expect teachers to deliver a script. They are expected to know their students, understand the research and bring genuine craft to their practice.
Our professional learning community is structured around the same Design – Construct – Deliver – Reflect framework we use with students because we believe great teaching deserves the same intentional development as any other complex skill. Teachers at Sacred Heart work alongside a transdisciplinary specialist, learning designers and educational data experts within the learning team. We are an authorised International Baccalaureate World School with connections to a national and international community of practice and a College culture that takes pedagogy seriously and invests in the people who deliver it.
If you are a teacher who wants to do your best work in a College grounded in Mercy values, research-informed practice and a genuine commitment to every student’s potential, we would like to hear from you.
Discover what your day working at Sacred Heart might look like. Are you ready to be a part of our team and a valued member of our College community?
Our recruitment process is transparent and designed to identify candidates who align with our College's mission, vision, and values and possess the skills and experience necessary to excel in their roles.
All vacant positions are advertised on our College website and relevant job platforms.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the position description thoroughly and submit their application, including a cover letter, resume and responses to key selection criteria, by the specified closing date.
All applications must be submitted via the College website. Applications submitted directly to individuals at the College or unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Applications are carefully reviewed by the selection panel against the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the position description. Candidates who best meet the requirements will be invited to participate in a video interview with a member of the People and Culture team or to interview at the College.
This initial stage is typically a brief phone or video conversation with a member of our People and Culture team who focuses on recruitment. It's an opportunity for candidates to ask preliminary questions about the role and the College, and for us to conduct initial screening questions to ensure alignment with the position requirements.
Interviews are conducted by a panel, typically including a member of the College Leadership Team and/or relevant departmental or team leaders.
Interviews may include scenario-based questions, presentations, or practical tasks to assess skills and suitability for the role.
The College is committed to inclusive recruitment processes. If you require any adjustments or support through the recruitment process, please let us know.
Confidential reference checks are conducted for shortlisted candidates, typically with current and/or previous supervisors, to verify qualifications, experience and professional conduct.
For candidates coming from another school, one of the reference checks must be completed by a Principal.
In line with our commitment to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo rigorous child safety screening, including:
The successful candidate will receive a formal offer of employment, outlining the terms and conditions of their engagement with Sacred Heart.
Much like Catherine McAuley and the sisters of Mercy who drew on core values to inform their decision-making, we keep the Mercy Values at the forefront of our decision-making and actions. You will see our values in action.
PL Nexus is our Professional Learning model that provides targeted, user-guided access to internal professional learning programs and helps them build an online portfolio of their growth.
Opportunities for professional learning at the College ensure that professional knowledge and practice are at the forefront of development.
The College offers employees the option to allocate general living and entertainment expenses to their tax-free income and to access novated leasing arrangements.
All of this helps you to do more with your money!
The College offers free on-site parking with additional parking available on surrounding streets.
As a Mercy Community, we are called to develop practical ways to be agents for positive change and impact within our local, national and global communities.
The College supports a range of groups within these communities and provides opportunities for all students and employees to participate in local outreach programs.
We work to affirm a culture that prioritises health, safety and wellbeing; we want all employees to actively engage in optimising their health and safety.
Some of our current health, safety and wellbeing initiatives include:
