St Patrick's Primary School - FREMANTLE
School Principal : Mr Ryan Powles
School Address : PO Box 8153 Fremantle WA 6160
Phone Number : 08 9239 11***
Fax Number : 9430 6550
Email Address :
*****@stpatsfremantle.wa.edu.au.
Web Site :
www.stpatsfremantle.wa.edu.au.
Type : Full-Time
Term : Temporary
Position Details
St Patrick's Primary School has been the been the heart of Catholic education in Fremantle for over 100 years. Originally, The Sisters of St Joseph opened a school for young women and children. The Sisters ran the school until the 1960s when they unfortunately didn't have the numbers and the school was handed to the parish and became St Patrick's Primary School. Since then, it has been the faith based primary school connected by a strong community. Our supportive staff and lower class sizes help to cater for the spiritual, social and academic growth of our students.
Based in the Fremantle, classes are able to make the most of local attractions for excursions and we are building relationships with local organisations to provide additional opportunities for the students. We have a strong relationship with St Patrick's Parish and are fortunate to celebrate mass in the Basilica.
We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and qualified Early Years educator to join our team and be part of the skilled and dedicated team.
Selection Criteria
- An educator committed to excellence and fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build authentic relationships across the school community
- Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Religious Education Units of Work and the Western Australian Curriculum
- A strong working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and progressive early years pedagogy to promote best practice
- Evidence of data-informed teaching practice through the application of continuous monitoring strategies of achievement practices
- A willingness to contribute to the life of the school beyond the immediate classroom.
- Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Demonstrates a personal philosophy of ongoing professional learning and has a focus on his/her students being successful learners.
Desirable
- Experience with play/investigation based learning
Qualifications Required
- Relevant four year tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education
- Accreditation to Teach Religious Education
Application Details
Application to include a covering letter (2 page max) which covers the selection criteria, and a CV which includes the names and contact numbers of three referees, including their current employer (where applicable) and Parish Priest. Applications should be addressed to the principal and sent to *****@stpatsfremantle.wa.edu.au by 4pm on the closing date.
In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
Applicants must have a current registration as a teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) to be eligible for appointment. Information is available from the TRBWA website.
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.
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.
Listed : 3rd September, 2025
Applications Close : 16th September, 2025
Vacancy Number : 32418
📌 Teacher (Early Childhood)
🏢 St Patrick's Primary School - FREMANTLE
📍 Fremantle