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You’ll find all this and more at a Catholic school.

Ready to be part of something greater? Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or support staff, your role is integral to shaping the next generation grounded in faith, service, and compassion.

This page provides an overview of all of the essential requirements to work in a Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong school. There are different requirements depending on the role you are applying for, so please take the time to read the relevant sections carefully. Of course, if you have any questions or need any assistance our Talent Acquisition team is ready to help.

Eligibility requirements for teaching

To teach in one of our Catholic schools, the following requirements are essential:

  • Accreditation from NESA: You must have a valid accreditation from the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). If you haven't registered yet, you can apply directly through the NESA website.
  • Classification by CEDoW, which includes: 
    • Compliance with NSW Child Protection legislation, including a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
    • Providing evidence of your qualifications, teaching experience, and, if applicable, authorisation to work in Australia.

To learn more about our requirements for working in a Catholic school, please visit our policy directory.

Teaching Religious Education

To work as a primary school classroom teacher or to teach Religious Education in a secondary school, teachers require Religious Education accreditation. This is achieved by completing either:

  • Six (6) undergradcuate units in Religious Education/Theology; or
  • Four (4) postgraduate units in Religious Education/Theology

To learn more about our requirements for working in a Catholic school, please download a copy of our Accreditation to Work Teach Lead Policy.

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Applying for approval to teach at CEDoW

Whether you're still studying, newly graduated, an experienced teacher or returning to the profession, you're welcome to apply for approval to teach at CEDoW.

Experienced Teachers
Undergraduate/Graduate Teachers

Experienced Teachers

Apply for approval to teach with CEDoW by following these steps:

Step 1: Check your NESA accreditation to teach is active.

Step 2: Check your Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment is active

Step 3: Gather your documentation, including:

  • Valid WWCC for paid employment
  • 100 point proof of identity. 
  • Where relevant, copy of Statement of Service
  • University official academic transcript/qualifications
  • Other relevant qualifications/certificates (e.g. First Aid Certificate)
  • Two referees who can attest to teaching experience
  • Banking and superannuation details
  • Tax file number

Step 4: Apply here

Undergraduate/Graduate Teachers

Apply for approval to teach with CEDoW by following these steps:

Step 1: Apply for accreditation to NESA, and obtain a NESA ID

Step 2: Obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment

Step 3: Gather your documentation, including:

  • NESA ID
  • Valid WWCC for paid employment
  • 100 point proof of identity
  • Copy of most recent practical experience report
  • Most recent university official academic transcript
  • Other relevant qualifications/certificates (e.g. First Aid Certificate)
  • A reference (preferably from your practicum supervisor)
  • Banking and superannuation details 
  • Tax file number

Step 4: Apply here

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