Employment
When positions become available they may be advertised in the Saturday Age, Seek.com.au and through CEVN.
Teachers interested in short term replacement positions or casual relief teaching (CRT) are invited to submit their curriculum vitae and a brief letter of introduction to the Deputy Principal.
The following documents should be read before applying for Employment at Mercy College (click to view);
Appointees are expected to show understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College. This school community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.
Available Positions
HR and Compliance Administrator
Category B (Term time only) Part Time or Full Time Ongoing with option to work school hours
At Mercy College Coburg, we believe that a well-run, compliant and people-centred organisation is the backbone of an excellent school. Our HR and Compliance Administrator plays a vital role in ensuring our staff are supported, our systems are sound, and our College community can focus on what matters most — the students.
We are seeking an organised, detail-oriented and proactive HR and Compliance Administrator to join our team on an ongoing basis commencing Term Three. This is a flexible role working term time only with the option to work school hours.
About the role:
•Deliver end-to-end HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding
•Maintain the College’s risk and complianceframeworks, including policies, procedures and mandatory training registers
•Manage staff records, leave entitlements and employee data in ICON/VCEA with accuracy and confidentiality
•Support the Principal and Senior Leadership with compliance monitoring, internal audits and OHS administration
•Contribute to a well-organised, people-centred culture within the College
We are looking for someone who:
•Is an experienced HR administrator with a passion for supporting people and getting the details right
•Brings strong organisational skills, advanced ICT capabilities and a high degree of confidentiality
•Has relevant HR qualifications and experience in a medium to large organisation — experience in an educational setting is highly regarded
•Is proactive, adaptable and confident working autonomously with minimal supervision and taking direction when required
•Holds a current Working with Children Check, National Police Check and First Aid Certificate
Why Mercy College Coburg?
•A welcoming and values-driven Catholic school community guided by Compassion, Excellence, Hospitality and Justice
•Supportive leadership and a collaborative,collegiate staff culture
•An opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a school where staff and students truly matter
Apply NOW!
Applications are to be submitted to principal@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au. Please provide a letter of application addressing the selection criteria and a current CV, as well as the application form: Non-Teaching Position, available from the College website.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the application close date of Friday 19th June.
Italian Teacher Ongoing | Part-Time 0.50 FTE over 3 days | Commencing Term 3 2026
Part Time Ongoing
At Mercy College Coburg, we believe language and faith education are more than subjects - they are powerful ways for students to connect with culture, deepen understanding and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Italian Teacher to join our community on an ongoing basis commencing Term 3 2026.
This is more than a teaching role - it’s an opportunity to inspire students through Italian language,culture and learning!
About the role:
- Teach Italian across Years 7-9
- Support and guide students in developing cultural understanding, written and oral language skills in Italian
- Establish continuity, structure and engagement within the Italian program
- Contribute to a dynamic and values-driven learning culture within the College
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a passionate and experienced Italian educator
- Brings enthusiasm, creativity and excellent organisational skills
- Builds positive, respectful relationships with students
- Is proactive, adaptable and ready to step into a role where they can make a difference
Why Mercy College Coburg?
- A welcoming and values-driven Catholic school community
- Supportive leadership and collaborative staff culture
- An opportunity to contribute to a vibrant Italian program
Apply NOW!
Applications are to be submitted to principal@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au. Please provide a letter of application and a current CV, as well as the application form: Teaching Position, available from the College website. Applications close on Friday 19 June.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the application close date.
Learning Support Officer
Mercy College is a Catholic Secondary College for young women conducted in the Mercy tradition with justice, compassion, hospitality and excellence underpinning all we do.
At Mercy College, personal growth is fostered and diversity celebrated. We strive for excellence as a learning community which is student centered, curriculum focused, community oriented and culturally enriched.
We are currently seeking a Learning Support Officer, for a full time ongoing position commencing Monday 29 January 2024.
Appointees are expected to show understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College. Mercy College is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment in which students feel safe and are safe. A condition of employment is that the application is deemed to be suitable to work with children.
Applications due no later than 4.00pm Monday 15 January 2024 and will be processed upon receipt.
Successful applicants must have current Working with Children’s Check registration
To apply – please provide a letter of application and a current CV, as well as the application form: non-teaching available from the College website to: principal@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au
- Excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills including empathy, good listening skills and the ability to negotiate and liaise with parents/guardians, staff and students
- Good understanding of administration and processes
Ability to:
- work both independently as well as collaboratively, within a busy environment
- maintain strict confidentiality and to exercise discretion and sound judgement
- use a level of technology appropriate to the position and/or a willingness to learn other position specific software and highly developed attention to detail
- Relevant qualifications and/or experience
- A willingness to undertake professional development
Demonstrated:
- organisational skills including the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and use initiative
- capacity for intercultural understanding and communication
Teacher Librarian
The Teacher Librarian role is a contract position offered as a 0.4 (FTE) for Semester 2 of 2023.
Mercy College is a Catholic secondary college for young people, committed to handing on the teachings of Christ and His Church, and to living out those teachings.
At Mercy College, personal growth is fostered and diversity celebrated. We strive for excellence as a learning community which is student centred, curriculum focused, community oriented and culturally enriched. We are committed to maintaining a child safe environment. In the Mercy spirit, love, compassion and service underpin all we are and do.
Ideally this will be a teacher with a specific qualification in this area of education. They will provide a broad range of digital, print, electronic and audio-visual resources to support the learning outcomes of students and support effective teaching.
The role will also involve supporting English teachers with Wide Reading programs at a junior secondary level and conducting daily library duties such as borrowing books to students, returns, shelving of resources and purchasing of resources for teaching staff.
Applications close at 4.00pm on Friday 16 June 2023.
Applications should be emailed to principal@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au
Candidates should provide the following documents in support of their application:
- A one page cover letter addressed to the Principal
- An up to date Curriculum Vitae
A response to the Key Skills and Attributes, providing examples of demonstrated capacity and experience to fulfil the role - no more than 2 pages
- A Mercy College teaching application form with the details of three referees, including a current employer.
