From scholarship programs to professional development opportunities, spiritual formation, and on-the-job coaching and mentoring, we believe in walking alongside you as you grow your career in Catholic education.
As the largest provider of non-government schools in the Macarthur (South West Sydney), Illawarra, Southern Highlands, and Shoalhaven, you'll find pathways to grow your career in teaching, leading, supporting, or corporate services. But because we're not too big, you'll never feel like you're lost in the system.
Scholarship programs
Our scholarship programs support Year 12 students to gain university qualifications, empower the ongoing professional learning of our people, and build the capacity of our current and future workforce.
Scholarships for Year 11 students interesting in a teaching degree
Year 11 students in CEDoW schools - Step Up Into Teaching Program (SUIT) in partnership with the Australian Catholic University
Year 11 students in CEDoW schools - Step Up Into Teaching Program (SUIT) in partnership with the Australian Catholic University
Students have the opportunity to complete two undergraduate units of a teaching degree prior to completing their HSC.
Who can apply?
Current Year 11 students in our CEDoW schools who intend on undertaking a career in teacher education at ACU.
What's on offer?
- One scholarship available per school per year.
- Total value of support per student of $1,800.
- Opportunity to complete two undergraduate units of a teaching degree prior to completing the HSC.
- Successful completion of both units will gain each student early entry into an education degree of their choice.
How to apply?
Applications are available via schools TaPs coordinators.
Relevant documents
Scholarships for Year 12 students interested in a teaching career
Scholarship support for Year 12 students in Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong schools seeking to enrol in select undergraduate degrees
CEDoW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students - Step Into Teaching program
Scholarship support for Year 12 students in Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong schools seeking to enrol in select undergraduate degrees
Scholarship support for students seeking to enrol in one of the following areas:
- Primary and secondary teaching degree at the University of Notre Dame or Australian Catholic University OR Bachelor of Education at either Western Sydney University or University of Wollongong with a commitment to completing the Broken Bay Institute (BBI) Religious Education units as part of their education degree.
- Secondary education at any university in any curriculum area.
Who can apply?
Current Year 12 students in both Catholic and non-systemic schools who intend on commencing undergraduate courses in teacher training in either primary or secondary education (further details of which are in the flyer below).
What's on offer?
- Ten (10) scholarships per year
- Total of $20,000 over four (4) years
- Opportunity for indentured conditionally permanent teaching position in the diocese on completion
- Potential offer of classroom support officer employment during the first three years of university study
Relevant documents
CEDoW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students - Step Into Teaching program
Scholarship support for students seeking to enrol in one of the following areas:
- Primary and secondary teaching degree at the University of Notre Dame or Australian Catholic University OR Bachelor of Education at either Western Sydney University or University of Wollongong with a commitment to completing the Broken Bay Institute (BBI) Religious Education units as part of their education degree.
- Secondary education at any University in any curriculum area.
Who can apply?
Current Year 12 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students from CEDoW systemic secondary schools (excluding students from John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow - see Eileen O'Connor Scholarship information below).
What's on offer?
- One (1) scholarship available per school per year
- Total of $20,000 over four (4) years
- Mentor support
- Conditional permanent teaching position in a cluster of the diocese on successful completion of the teaching degree (three years must be indentured)
Potential offer of classroom school support officer during the four (4) year university study
Relevant documents
Eileen O'Connor Scholarship
Scholarship support for Year 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow
Scholarship support for Year 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow
Scholarship support for students seeking to enrol in one of the following areas:
- Primary or secondary teaching degree at The University of Notre Dame or the Australian Catholic University.
- Bachelor of Education at either Western Sydney University or University of Wollongong with a commitment to completing the Broken Bay Institute (BBI) Religious Education units as part of their education degree.
- Secondary teaching degree at any university in any curriculum area.
- Health or Allied Services degree at any NSW university.
Who can apply?
John Therry Catholic College Rosemeadow current Year 12 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students.
What's on offer?
- Two (2) scholarships available per year
- Total of $20,000 over four (4) years
- Mentor support from a Diocesan Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early career teacher or experienced allied health professional
- Conditional permanent teaching position in a cluster of the Diocese on succesful completion of the teaching degree (three years must be indentured)
- Support with application for positions with a relevant Catholic health employer or Aboriginal Health Centre
- Potential opportunity for employment as a classroom support officer during the first three years of university study
Relevant documents
Scholarships for mid-degree pre-service teachers
Scholarship support for any undergraduate or postgraduate teacher education students
Scholarship support for any undergraduate or postgraduate teacher education students
Scholarship support for any undergraduate or postgraduate Teacher Education students who meet the following criteria:
- Entering the third year of an undergraduate teaching degree or second year of a postgraduate teaching degree in 2024
Who can apply?
Undergraduates and postgraduates undertaking any primary or secondary teaching degrees.
When to apply
Applications are confined to two application intake periods per year, as follows:
- Semester 1 application dates: 1 April to 30 April
- Semester 2 application dates: 1 October to 31 October
What's on offer?
- Ten (10) scholarships per year
- $5,000 per year for the remaining length of the degree to a maximum of two years
- Potential offer of classroom school officer support employment
- Opportunity for indentured conditional permanent teaching position in the diocese on completion of the course
Relevant documents
Scholarships for current staff
Scholarship support to gain postgraduate qualifications to meet Level D - WTL accreditation requirements to teach Religious Education
Scholarship support to gain postgraduate qualifications to meet Level E - WTL accreditation requirements
Scholarship support to gain Master Level in either Religious Education/Theology and Catholic/Educational Leadership
Scholarship support to gain qualification in nominated specific curriculum areas
Scholarship support to gain postgraduate qualifications to meet Level D - WTL accreditation requirements to teach Religious Education
Scholarship support to gain qualifications to meet Level D accreditation requirements to teach Religious Education, according to the CEDoW Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy.
Who can apply?
- Permanent teaching staff
- Full-time temporary staff in their second year, or permanent staff who have completed postgraduate Religious Education studies through BBI during an undergraduate degree at Western Sydney University or University of Wollongong.
- Employees (full time temporary or permanent) who completed post-graduate Religious Education studies through BBI during their undergraduate degrees through Western Sydney University or University of Wollongong (students post 2021 are eligible to apply).
What's on offer?
50% reimbursement of tuition fees on successful completion, to a maximum four (4) units of the postgraduate qualification.
Relevant documents
Scholarship support to gain postgraduate qualifications to meet Level E - WTL accreditation requirements
Scholarship support to gain postgraduate qualifications to meet Level E accreditation requirements to teach Religious Education, according to the CEDoW Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy.
Who can apply?
Permanent teaching staff and leaders who have been employed by CEDoW for a minimum of three (3) years.
What's on offer?
50% reimbursement of tuition fees on successful completion, to a maximum of twelve (12) units of the postgraduate qualification. (Please note conditions apply.)
Relevant documents
Scholarship support to gain Master Level in either Religious Education/Theology and Catholic/Educational Leadership
Scholarship support to gain Master Level in either Religious Education/Theology and Catholic/Educational Leadership.
Who can apply?
Permanent teaching staff and leaders who have been employed by CEDoW for a minimum of three (3) years.
What's on offer?
50% reimbursement of tuition fees on successful completion, to a maximum of twelve (12) units of the postgraduate qualification. (Please note conditions apply.)
Relevant documents
Scholarship support to gain qualification in nominated specific curriculum areas
Scholarship support to gain qualifications in nominated specific Curriculum Areas at Graduate Certificate and Master Level.
Who can apply?
Graduate Certificate Level:
- Permanent teaching staff and leaders
- Temporary teaching staff in the 2nd year of a temporary full-time or part-time contract with CEDoW
Master Level:
- Permanent teaching staff and leaders who have been employed by CEDoW for a minimum of three (3) continuous years.
What's on offer?
50% reimbursement of tuition fees on successful completion, to a maximum of twelve (12) units of the postgraduate qualification. (Please note conditions apply.)
Relevant documents
Scholarships for non-teaching staff
Scholarship support for completing a final practicum/internship for their teaching degree
Scholarship support for completing a final practicum/internship for their teaching degree
Scholarship support for non-teaching staff who are completing a final practicum/internship for their teaching degree.
Who can apply?
School support officers who are:
- Permanent
- Employed on a temporary full time or part-time contract for a minimum of three (3) years with CEDoW
What's on offer?
50% of regular fortnightly salary for the period of the final practicum.
Relevant documents
Support for early career teachers
Your initial years of teaching are an exciting time, but taking your first steps into the classroom can be nerve-wracking. We provide early career teachers with targeted support and professional development opportunities, an experienced school-based mentor, and regular time to network with peers from other schools who understand the challenges and joys of beginning a teaching career.
Spiritual formation
As Catholics, we recognise that your spiritual wellbeing is as important as your physical and mental health. We offer a variety of opportunities for spiritual formation, to enrich both personal faith and professional life.
Through prayer, retreats, programs, and the daily living out of our Catholic faith in schools and offices, we foster an environment where you can deepen your relationship with God and integrate your faith into all aspects of your life. We know everyone is at a different point in their spiritual journey, so we aim to provide resources and support to meet you where you are.
Nurturing your future career
At Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong, we view professional learning and development as key to building a fulfilling career. Whether you're a teacher, school leader, support staff member, or working in corporate services, we encourage a proactive approach to career planning. This includes identifying your personal goals, exploring diverse career paths within Catholic education, and strategically planning your development to achieve those aspirations.
Diverse Career Pathways
Leadership Development
Rooted in Catholic Values
Diverse Career Pathways
We recognise the diversity of career aspirations within our organisation. Whether you're passionate about contemporary pedagogy, student wellbeing, diverse learning, or leadership, we offer pathways to match your interests. We also acknowledge the importance of balancing personal and professional life, providing policies and resources to support staff with family and caring responsibilities.
Leadership Development
If you’re aspiring to a leadership role, we offer targeted development opportunities. We outline the essential criteria for positions such as principal, assistant principal, religious education coordinator, and middle leaders, and offer tailored leadership programs to help you build the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
Rooted in Catholic Values
Our professional learning opportunities are deeply rooted in the mission and values of the Catholic Church. We believe that understanding the distinctive purpose of Catholic education is vital for all staff members. This includes supporting teachers in obtaining accreditation to teach in a Catholic school and encouraging a deeper understanding of their role in the Church's mission.
