School Support Consultant

Catholic Education Western Australia; City Of Vincent; On-site; AUD 135,280 - 151,474; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Five additional paid leave days

Salary packaging options

Free onsite parking

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Catholic Education Western Australia is seeking a full-time School Support Consultant to provide leadership in fostering research-informed practices in primary schools. The role is based at the West Leederville office and requires recent primary school leadership experience, excellent knowledge of pedagogical practices, and a commitment to Catholic education. Benefits include a competitive salary ranging from $135,280 to $151,474, additional paid leave, and ongoing professional learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a Primary School setting (PK-6) is essential.
• Recent evidence of exemplary teaching required.
• Knowledge of pedagogical practices and school improvement processes is critical.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to strengthen research-informed practices in primary schools.
• Support school improvement initiatives and training.
• Work with teams to develop a culture of continuous improvement in schools.

Skills

Leadership experience in Primary School

Understanding of academic data

Excellent communication skills

Facilitation and presentation skills

Commitment to Catholic education ethos

Education

Current TRBWA registration

Job description

For over 150 years, our schools, colleges, early learning centres and out of school care programs, have been an integral part of education in Western Australia. Together we form the state’s second-largest education provider, with more than 83,000 students relying on our nearly 14,000 dedicated staff each day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every child can achieve their full potential, and our office teams support schools to do exactly that.

The Role

The role of School Support Consultant belongs to the School Support Team in the Teaching and Learning directorate. We have 5 office campuses across the state and this role will be based at our West Leederville office.

We are currently seeking two educators with middle or senior leadership experience in a Primary School setting (PK-6). These are full-time ongoing positions commencing as soon as practicable.

The School Support Consultant will provide leadership and support to school leaders to strengthen research‑informed practices in primary schools at Catholic Education Western Australia in the area of learning and teaching, learning cultures and pedagogical development.

Applications are encouraged from existing CEWA primary school employees wishing to explore the option of a period of leave from their present position.

Primary accountabilities of the role include:

• Support school and system initiatives aligned with CECWA’s Strategic Initiatives and Quality Catholic Education.
• Support the Teaching and Learning Directorate strategic focus areas.
• Work with Religious Education and School Improvement teams to establish a culture of learning innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support schools to engage with the Vision for Learning and Quality Catholic Learning and Teaching Pedagogies.
• Work with School Improvement Advisors/Regional Officers to be proactive to the schools’ needs and support principals and their leadership teams to:
• use academic data to monitor and review the school’s Catholic School Improvement Plan;
• develop Curriculum Planning processes which meet Government regulations;
• establish a culture of learning, inquiry, exploration and innovation in schools to support school improvement processes and the development of cultures of continuous improvement;
• lead professional learning within their school community; and
• embed Quality Catholic Learning and Teaching practices across the school.

Benefits of the role

• A competitive salary: Level J on the CEWA salary scale ["$135,280–$151,474 per annum"] plus superannuation. Starting salary can be negotiated based on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Five days additional paid leave during office closures over Christmas and Easter.
• Salary packaging options in line with our not-for-profit status, including novated leasing.
• Deferred salary program for eligible employees after two years of service.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to the Fitness Passport program.
• Employee Assistance Program: access confidential counselling and wellbeing support for yourself and your family.
• Ongoing professional learning opportunities, including a CEWA scholarship program to support further education.
• Flexible work arrangements, where operationally appropriate.
• Wellbeing initiatives including annual flu vaccinations and workplace health checks.
• Parental leave provisions above statutory minimums.

Selection Criteria

ESSENTIAL:

• Commitment to the objectives and ethos of Catholic education.
• Recent primary school‑based leadership experience with evidence of exemplary teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to Quality Catholic Education, CEWA’s Vision for Learning and relevant teaching and learning frameworks, position statements and guidelines.
• Demonstrated commitment to taking personal responsibility for professional learning, growth and development.Excellent understanding of academic data and how to apply this to improve teaching and learning.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of current issues and research in pedagogical practice.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of current issues and research in school improvement processes and pedagogical practice.
• Highly developed facilitation and presentation skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills that can be employed to support school leadership teams on their school improvement journey and to work as part of a wider School Support Team.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to show initiative and be proactive.
• Willingness to travel to regional locations.
• Current TRBWA registration and Working with Children Check.

B. HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• Knowledge of current initiatives, curriculum documents and programs used in Catholic Schools in Western Australia.
• Knowledge of the school improvement process of Catholic schools in Western Australia.

Information for Applicants

To access a copy of the Position Description please click here

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria.
• A curriculum vitae outlining your employment history, qualifications and certifications and include a minimum of two professional references.

The successful applicant will need to provide:

• 100 points of identification
• WA working with children check
• Evidence of TRBWA

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm Monday 18 May 2026. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

If you require support with submitting your application, please contact our Talent Advisors at [e-mail]. Applications can be submitted by clicking apply and uploading your application to our website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.