Your Journey with Catholic Education Begins Here
As a pre-service teacher, you are on the path to shaping lives through education. At Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd (CESL), we are committed to supporting you in your journey toward becoming an educator who leads with compassion, and excellence.
Whether you're undertaking a teaching placement, exploring graduate opportunities, or seeking formation in Catholic education, you're in the right place.
What CESL Offer Pre-Service Teachers
Teaching Placements
Partnering with universities across Victoria and beyond, we offer enriching placement experiences in primary and secondary schools across the Diocese of Sandhurst.
Professional Development
Gain access to early career teacher support, workshops, programs, and ongoing professional learning grounded in current educational best practice and Catholic values.
MAGNIFY Sandhurst
Our School-Wide CESL Curriculum Engage with MAGNIFY Sandhurst, our comprehensive and integrated learning and teaching program integrated across all of our Catholic schools in the Diocese of Sandhurst. MAGNIFY combines evidence-based practices to support each student's unique needs, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. By following a well-structured, sequential curriculum, teachers work collaboratively to deliver the best possible education.
Employment Pathways
Discover graduate opportunities and pathways to ongoing employment across our 50+ schools. Find out how you can begin your career in a vibrant, faith-led educational network.
Faith & Mission Formation
Explore what it means to teach in a Catholic school community. Participate in spiritual formation programs that help integrate faith and learning.
Why Catholic Education Sandhurst?
Innovative Curriculum – MAGNIFY
Our school-wide curriculum, MAGNIFY Sandhurst, ensures consistency, quality, and equity in learning and teaching across all CESL schools.
Welcoming and Inclusive Communities
Experience strong, supportive school cultures where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued.
Mentorship and Early Career Support
Access professional guidance, structured induction, and mentorship tailored to support your growth as an early career teacher.
Opportunities Across the Diocese
With over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese – from central Victoria to the Murray River – you can find the right community to begin or grow your career.
Leadership Pathway
We actively cultivate future leaders through targeted development opportunities and formation in Catholic leadership
Hear from Our Educators
“My placement in a Sandhurst school was the most formative part of my teacher training. I was welcomed, mentored, and inspired.”
— Emily C., Graduate Teacher
Ready to Get Involved?
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· Find out more about the VCEA PST Grants Program - click here
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