Hospitality and Food Technology Teacher
Employer: Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Employment Status: Full‑time
Salary Range: $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation.
Start Date: January 2026, Term One
Seniority Level: Entry level
Job Function: Education and Training
Industries: Primary and Secondary Education
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 and Food Technology Teacher inspires students through engaging, hands‑on learning that combines practical skills with industry knowledge. In this role, you will deliver curriculum‑aligned lessons, provide regular assessment and feedback, and maintain accurate records of student progress. You will collaborate with colleagues, families, and community partners to support student success and career pathways, while upholding professional standards through ongoing development and industry accreditation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of hospitality and food technology education in a supportive environment.
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
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. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
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 Nicola McLennan on or via email
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on or via email
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