Benefits and Support
Relocation Subsidy *
The ACSO will provide a relocation subsidy of up to $3,000 for teaching positions, which require the successful applicant to geographically relocate.Â
- 0 – 100 km (geographical distance from the current place of residence to the school): no assistance
- 101 – 500 km (geographical distance from the current place of residence to the school): $1,500
- 501 km or more (geographical distance from the current place of residence to the school): $3,000
The Relocation Subsidy is also payable, as per above, on transfers within the Armidale Diocese.
Please note that recipients of the Armidale Catholic Schools Teacher Education Scholarships are not covered under the Relocation Subsidy.
*Conditions apply.
Special Geographic Allowance *
Teachers in Mungindi and Walgett will receive the Special Geographic Allowance of $3,283 gross per annum ($125.92 gross per fortnight) (pro-rata for part-time), as per the Enterprise Agreement, as amended or replaced.
*The above incentives do not apply to Principal or ACSO positions
Support for Further Study
To support the study needs of all permanent and temporary school and system staff, the ACSO offers Financial Support for Formal Study by way of reimbursement (up to 50% of course or unit fees) for those who are studying to meet Religious Education and Leadership requirements as outlined in the Diocesan Religious Education Accreditation Framework, general curriculum and relation education areas.Â
The ACSO will also provide support for non-teaching staff in study related to their role in supporting the work of schools.
