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 First Nations Religious Education and Faith Formation Educator belongs to the Formation for Mission team in the Religious Education directorate. We have 5 office campuses across the state and this role will be based at our Broome Regional Office.
This role is designed to support and work collaboratively with the Broome based CEWA Religious Education Consultant, members of the Religious Education Directorate and Broome Regional Office, to help develop culturally responsive faith formation and Religious Education curriculum delivery. To co-create contextualised Religious Education resources for Catholic schools of the Broome Diocese.
This is a full-time, ongoing role commencing 1 January 2026.
The primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
* Co-develop and support professional learning in Religious Education for Catholic schools of the Broome Diocese, inclusive of First Nations culture.
* Co-facilitate Accreditation to Work modules in Broome Diocesan schools.
* Plan and collaborate to help develop prayer and liturgy experiences which include a First Nations cultural lens.
* Co-design and support faith formation opportunities.
* Co-design and support curriculum professional learning.
* Provide advice, knowledge, guidance, reports, and information on First Nations culture as it relates to the Catholic faith tradition.
* Support and collaborate on Broome Regional Office Religious Education works to provide a First Nations cultural lens.
* Develop Religious Education resources through co-design with First Nations Educators, and local and regional First Nations organisations.
* Establish and maintain effective networks and mutually respectful relationships within Catholic Education and with First Nation Educators' communities, organisations, and external stakeholders.
* Model learning and teaching practice by working shoulder to shoulder in Religious Education classes with First Nation Educators.
Benefits of the role
* A competitive salary: Level H on the CEWA salary scale [$98,305 - $110,146] plus superannuation.
* 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.
* Corporate health insurance discounts.
* 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:
* Personal witness to Catholic faith.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of First Nation cultures and communities across the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
* Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain mutually respectful relationships and partnerships with First Nations Educators, communities, organisations and related stakeholders.
* Experience in developing tools and resources that enable engaged learning experiences.
* Willingness to develop and deliver professional learning to adult learners.
* Proven capacity to work cooperatively with others.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
* Well-developed skills in digital technologies.
* Previous experience working in a school, parish or other education or formation field.
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 their employment history, qualifications and certifications and include a minimum of two professional references.
The successful applicant will need to provide:
* National criminal history check as issued by the Department of Education WA.
* 100 points of identification
* WA working with children check
* Aboriginality is a specification for this position in accordance with Section 50(d), Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984
* Possession of a C class drivers licence with a requirement to travel to regional and remote locations
Applications for this role close no later than
5pm Sunday 23 November 2025.
We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're 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 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 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.