About the role
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.
Learning & Teaching Specialist - English/Literacy
Location: Any DLCS Office - Tweed Heads NSW / Lismore NSW / Coffs Harbour NSW / Port Macquarie NSW
Tenure: Full-time permanent position, start date to be negotiated with successful candidate.
The Rewards
- Enhanced Leave: 14 weeks of paid primary carer leave, 10 days of paid compensatory leave, LSL after 5 years of continuous service, and a Christmas-New Year shutdown period.
- Benefits: Salary packaging including novated car leasing, work motor vehicle + fuel card, laptop, and a mobile phone.
- Flexibility: 7-hour day, 35-hour week. Achieve both work-life balance and the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with your peers with our hybrid working model.
- Health and Growth: Fitness Passport (discounted gym/aquatic), free annual flu vax and EAP services, and dedicated career development pathways.
The Lifestyle
Whether you seek the vibrant, dual-state energy of the Tweed Coast, the coastal hubs of Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie, or the heart of the Northern Rivers in Lismore, this role offers the ultimate NSW sea change. Balance world-class amenities with the authentic charm of regional community living.
Overview of Role
The Learning and Teaching Specialist (English/Literacy) holds expertise in English curriculum implementation and makes that expertise available to schools across the Diocese. This position plays a key role in supporting diocesan primary and secondary schools to achieve excellence in learning and teaching through the implementation of curriculum, evidenced based pedagogical practices, and continuous school improvement.
To Apply
Please submit an online application, which includes a resume and a cover letter tailored to the key capabilities listed in the Position Description.
Additional Information
- Click this link for information on our Diocese and region.
- Relocating to the region? Check out The Welcome Experience by NSW Government.
Enquiries: recruitment@lism.catholic.edu.au
Applications close: 9am, Monday, 9 November 2026.
Note
- The advertisement closing date is subject to change without notice, and interviews may commence prior to the official closure.
- We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies for this position and will not be liable for any associated fees.
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools
Child Protection legislation requires staff to hold a valid NSW WWCC
An equal-opportunity employer