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Studies of Religion Teachers – ‘Have Your Say’ Webinar (Ref: 269/26)

The draft NESA Studies of Religion 11–12 and Studies of Religion Life Skills 11–12 syllabuses are open for consultation.

With around 85% of all Studies of Religion students in NSW enrolled in Catholic schools, the Catholic sector has a significant stake in the future direction of the syllabus. This consultation is an important opportunity to ensure that the perspectives, experiences and aspirations of Catholic educators are reflected in the feedback provided to NESA and influence the final syllabus.

Join Catholic educators from across NSW to explore the proposed changes, share your insights and help shape the future of Studies of Religion in our schools.

Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026

Time: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Format: Online via Microsoft Teams 

Register for the webinar

Be part of this important conversation and help ensure the Catholic voice is heard during this critical stage of curriculum reform.

The draft Studies of Religion syllabus and Studies of Religion Life Skills syllabus can be accessed here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/news/syllabus-consultations

High Potential and Gifted Education Symposium resources now available (Ref: 270/26)

2026 HSC Analysis Seminars with Dr John DeCourcy (Ref: 252/26)

Teachers, school leaders, and system officers are invited to attend a series of seminars presented by Dr John DeCourcy, discussing the intricacies and importance of understanding and analysing the 2026 HSC data. Each training seminar contributes 5 Teacher Identified Professional Development (PD) hours.

The Seminar Programme covers four in-person seminars, each with a particular audience in mind. Prior to attending, an online tutorial designed to support intending participants can be completed through the HSC Data Analysis Users portal which requires a NetID login. 

Diocesan and School Officers’ HSC Overview

Audience: Diocesan and RI/MPJP school officers.

Programme: This seminar will take participants through using the system-level reports in conjunction with school reports to support schools. There will be opportunities for cross-system sharing and a discussion of key features of the 2026 HSC. 

Completing this seminar will contribute 5 hours of teacher-identified PD addressing standard descriptor 5.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Preparation: Check for an active NetID account and access to the HSC Data Analysis Users portal, and familiarity with the online tutorial via NetID. (For the tutorial, once logged into NetID select CSNSW Professional Learning and use the search bar to find "HSC Analysis Online Tutorial").

Where: The Assembly, Mezzanine level, 123 Pitt St, Sydney

When: Friday, 29 January 2027, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, lunch included 

Register now: Registrations close 25 January 2027

HSC Analysis #1: Introduction to the Analysis

Audience: Teachers, KLA coordinators, school leaders and interested persons who have not previously attended an HSC Analysis seminar.

Programme: This seminar discusses why and how data should be used within schools to shape the direction of pedagogy. It will also cover an introduction to the idea of Comparative Learning Gain and how this can be used to understand HSC data.
Completing this seminar will contribute 5 hours of teacher-identified PD addressing standard descriptor 5.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Preparation: Check for an active NetID account and access to the HSC Data Analysis Users portal, and familiarity with the online tutorial via NetID. (For the tutorial, once logged into NetID select CSNSW Professional Learning and use the search bar to find "HSC Analysis Online Tutorial").

Where: The Assembly, Mezzanine level, 123 Pitt St, Sydney

When: Friday, 12 February 2027, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, lunch included

Register now: Registrations close 8 February 2027

HSC Analysis #2: A detailed reading of your Analysis

Audience: Experienced users, including teachers, coordinators, Assistant Principals or Principals who have previously attended at least one HSC Analysis seminar.

Programme: Theory covered in the HSC Analysis #1: Introduction to the Analysis seminar is assumed knowledge. Participants will have the opportunity to spend most of the seminar in a detailed, guided reading of their own school’s analysis. This will include consideration of ways to resolve any problems highlighted by the analysis.

Completing this seminar will contribute 5 hours of teacher-identified PD addressing standard descriptor 5.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Teacher Accreditation in NSW. Completing this seminar will contribute 5 hours of teacher-identified PD addressing standard descriptor 5.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Preparation: Check for an active NetID account and access to the HSC Data Analysis Users portal, and familiarity with the online tutorial via NetID. (For the tutorial, once logged into NetID select CSNSW Professional Learning and use the search bar to find "HSC Analysis Online Tutorial").

Where: The Assembly, Mezzanine level, 123 Pitt St, Sydney

When: Friday, 19 February 2027, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, lunch included

Register now: Registrations close 15 February 2027

HSC Analysis #3: Leading your school in the Analysis

Audience: Principals, Assistant Principals, Leaders of Curriculum or Pedagogy and anyone with a whole school focus.

Programme: This seminar will explore the intersection of leadership, data, teacher professional learning and student achievement. Participants will come away having considered a range of leadership responses to their school’s analysis. Multiple members of a school’s senior leadership team are encouraged to attend.

Completing this seminar will contribute 5 hours of teacher-identified PD addressing standard descriptor 5.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Preparation: Check for an active NetID account and access to the HSC Data Analysis Users portal, and familiarity with the online tutorial via NetID. (For the tutorial, once logged into NetID select CSNSW Professional Learning and use the search bar to find "HSC Analysis Online Tutorial").

When: Friday, 26 February 2027, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, lunch included

Register now: Registrations close 22 February 2027

Student Resources 

NSW Parliamentary Education Resources (Ref: 255/26)

The Parliamentary Education and Engagement Office of the Parliament of NSW provide a range of free resources to support teachers and students Stages 3 & Stage 6. Recent releases include resources to support the teaching of:

• Stage 3 HSIE: The history of the parliament and development of democracy
• Stage 5 History: The Core Topic, Depth Study: Australia the Making of a Nation from Federation to WW1
• Stage 5 Commerce: The NSW Budget process

Explore the Parliamentary education resources here. 

The Parliamentary Education & Engagement website also provides information on school tours to Parliament. For further information about updates to curriculum aligned lesson plans and professional development opportunities, teachers are encouraged to subscribe to the quarterly newsletter. 

Subscribe to the Teaching Parliament quarterly newsletter here.

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School Updates & Newsletters

Safer Internet Day 2027 (Ref: 264/26)

As digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, become increasingly embedded in young people's lives, the importance of equipping students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to navigate online environments safely has never been greater. Indeed, online safety is part of how Catholic schools uphold the dignity and wellbeing of every student. 

Safer Internet Day (9 February 2027) is a timely opportunity to promote online safety and the responsible use of technology. The eSafety Commissioner has developed a range of free resources to support schools participating in Safer Internet Day 2027, including: 

• Primary and secondary school resource packs, featuring classroom activities, posters, presentations and communication materials. 

• Virtual classroom webinars for Years 3–6, including new sessions exploring AI assistants, trustworthy information and digital footprints.  

• Early childhood resources to introduce safe online habits through age-appropriate stories and activities. 

• Resources for parents and carers to encourage conversations about online safety at home. 

Further information and resources are available below: 

• Safer Internet Day 2027 – eSafety Commissioner 

• Safer Internet Day resources for schools 

• Virtual classroom webinars 

• eSafety Toolkit for Schools 

2027 Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) (Ref: 254/26)

The next Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) data collection will take place in Term 2 2027. To support schools in preparing for the collection, please find below important information about upcoming communications, key milestones and resources to assist in your planning over the coming months.

AEDC 2027 Calendar

The AEDC 2027 Calendar outlines key dates and milestones for the upcoming data collection process.

General information, resources and support materials regarding the AEDC are available on the AEDC website.

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Employment Opportunities

Catholic Employment Relations (CER) is recruiting the position of Senior Workplace Relations Counsel (Ref: 267/26)

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Workplace Relations Counsel to join our growing team.

This is a senior advisory role for a workplace relations professional who thrives on solving complex challenges, building trusted client relationships, and providing commercially sound, practical advice. Working closely with senior leaders, executives, boards and decision-makers, you will deliver strategic employment and industrial relations support across a diverse portfolio of Catholic organisations.

You will act as a trusted advisor, balancing legal obligations, organisational objectives, operational realities and stakeholder expectations to help clients make informed and effective workplace decisions.

This is a permanent full-time position (part-time considered).

Applications close 5:00 pm, Monday, 23 November.

If you are interested in this position or know someone who may be, please share details or click on the link below to view full position description and information on how to apply.

Senior Workplace Relations Counsel Full-Time (part-time considered) Job in Sydney NSW - SEEK

CSNSW is recruiting the position of Curriculum and Assessment Officer (Ref: 263/26)

The Curriculum and Assessment Officer has demonstrated experience in assessment design, pedagogy and innovative approaches to schooling and works across all eleven dioceses and schools conducted by Religious Institutes and Ministerial Public Juridic Persons (RI/ MPJP) in NSW. The role sits within the Curriculum and Assessment team comprising of experienced educational leaders, who manage Curriculum and Assessment, Aboriginal Education, Diverse Learning and Vocational Education (VET) and is part of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) Directorate which works in collaboration with all NSW Catholic school agencies across all areas of schooling.

This position is full time, for a fixed term commencing approximately mid-January until approximately mid-July 2027. This is an office-based position located in the Sydney CBD.

Applications close Friday, 13 November 2026.

If you are interested in this position or know someone who may be, please share details or click on the link below to view full position description and information on how to apply.

Curriculum and Assessment Officer Job in Sydney NSW - SEEK

Catholic Employment Relations (CER) is recruiting the position of Practice Assistant (Ref: 262/26)

We are seeking an energetic, highly organised Practice Assistant who takes ownership, demonstrates initiative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, becoming the central support hub of our growing team. This is not a traditional administration role. We are looking for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is willing to roll up their sleeves and contribute wherever needed. One day you may be coordinating events, the next assisting with billing, responding to client enquiries, updating website content, supporting lawyers and consultants, or helping identify improvements to our systems and processes. 

The successful candidate will take ownership of their work, use initiative to solve problems, and actively look for ways to improve how the practice operates. They will be comfortable working independently, confident engaging with clients, and genuinely enjoy being part of a collaborative small team environment. Experience working with schools, diocesan organisations, Religious Institutes, Catholic agencies, or other faith-based organisations will be highly regarded, as will an understanding of the unique environments in which our clients operate.

Applications close 5:00 pm, Friday 13 November 2026.

If you are interested in this position or know someone who may be, please share details or click on the link below to view full position description and information on how to apply.

Legal Practice Assistant Job in Sydney NSW - SEEK