
WHAT IS REIS?
Religious Education in Schools – known variously as Special Religious Education (NSW), Religious Instruction (QLD/NT) and Religious Education (ACT) – provides students in public primary and secondary schools with the opportunity to explore the Christian faith from the Bible.
Using authorised curricula, Christian REIS teachers/instructors are trained and equipped to run age-sensitive classes for students whose parents or caregivers have chosen for them to be involved.
SERVICES WE PROVIDE
SU Australia supports local churches in the delivery of quality REIS programs as an employing authority, by providing:
- Administrative support
- Advocacy support
- Curriculum access
- Employment services
- Financial and payroll services
- Fundraising and donor support
- Governance and HR support
- IT and systems support
- Marketing and promotional support
- Pastoral and prayer support
- Professional development and supervision of REIS teachers, instructors and coordinators
- Strategic planning and vision for REIS
- Training of church volunteers to support the work


SU Australia does a wonderful job of supporting [REIS] teachers and instructors. They employ us, they’re giving us professional development and pastoral care. Their goal [in REIS] is to help local churches work together in community for the sake of the gospel.

Having Special Religious Education at school made me feel like I could ask my questions freely, learn more about God, and grow in my faith.

WANT TO GET REIS IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
Each REIS paid worker is supported by a local committee made up of volunteers and church representatives. REIS committees play a vital role in supporting REIS teachers, instructors and coordinators by managing resources and communicating in the local region.
Some of the important tasks that committees fulfil include:
- raising awareness, funds and prayer support from local church communities;
- liaising with school management to ensure quality, professional REIS is delivered in a supportive school environment;
- identifying, equipping and training SRE workers with the help of SU Australia;
- utilising the gifts and resources available from each partner church.
REIS JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Search below for available job opportunities in your region. If none, contact us to register your interest in future roles.
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SRE Teacher - Shire East Area Board
This position is 11.4 hours (1.5 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 16th June, 2025 (16/06/2025). This role covers the following school(s): C...
SRE Internship - St George Area Internship Program
This position is 7.6 hours (1 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 21st July, 2025 (21/07/2025). This role covers the following school: James C...
SRE Teacher - Cowra Christian Education Association
This position is 3.8 hours (1/2 day) per week. Ideal start date will be 14th July, 2025 (14/07/2025). This role covers the following school: Cowra
RI Area Coordinator - Rosewood and Somerset
This position is 4.0 hours (0.5 day) per week. Ideal start date will be 25 March 2024 (25/03/2024) This role covers schools in the Rosewood and So
SRE Teacher - Ballina Christian Education Committee
This position is 19 hours (2.5 days) per week.Ideal start date will be ASAP.This role covers the following school(s): Ballina Coast High SchoolNort...
SRE Teacher - Ballina Christian Education Committee
This position is 19 hours (2.5 days) per week.Ideal start date will be ASAP.This role covers the following school(s): Ballina Coast High SchoolNort...
SRE Teacher - Northern Illawarra Scripture and Chaplaincy Board
This position is 19 hours (2.5 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 28th April 2025 (28/04/2025). This role covers the following school(s): Woo...
SRE Teacher - Wollondilly Schools Ministry Board
This position is 11.4 - 15.2 hours (1.5 - 2 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 28th April 2025 (28/04/2025). This role covers the following s...
SRE Teacher - Parkes Association for Christian Education
This position is 15.2 hours (2 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 28th April, 2025 (28/04/2025). This role covers the following school: Parke...
SRE Teacher - Forbes Association for Christian Education (FACE)
This position is 3.8 hours (0.5 days) per week. Ideal start date will be 28th April, 2025 (28/04/2025). This role covers the following school: Forb...