Design and Technology Teacher

CBC Fremantle is a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition for boys in Years 7-12. Founded by the Christian Brothers in 1901, the College has served the local Fremantle community for over a century helping families to raise boys who continually strive for excellence and who exhibit Catholic Leadership in their quest to establish a more just and peaceful society.

The College seeks to assist in the spiritual, academic, cultural, physical and emotional development of boys while acknowledging the primary role of the family as educator. As such, the College encourages its students to rigorously pursue excellence in all dimensions of their lives and to become leaders within their community through the active expression of their faith.

The successful applicant will be expected to work cooperatively with all members of the teaching staff in the interests of the students. They will be expected to teach classes across Years 7 – 12 and will be directly responsible to the Head of Learning Area and the Deputy Principal - Teaching and Learning.  The successful applicant will be responsible for a Mentor Group at the start of each day. This duty has the pastoral and administrative responsibilities associated with being a significant adult to a group of boys.

Position Details

• This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), ongoing position, commencing 1 January 2026.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge and a drive for innovation or is a motivated graduate with a willingness to learn and grow in the field.
• Initiative and capacity to lead and develop innovative projects or courses that align with their personal passions, strengths and areas of professional interest, with strong support from the College.

Key Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will:

• Give witness to their membership of a Catholic community through their attitudes, actions and practice.
• Be willing to become an active member of the CBC Fremantle community with a strong commitment to promoting and supporting the varied aspects of College life.
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge (or desire to learn) in materials, tools and manufacturing processes (e.g. Woodwork, Metalwork, CAD/CAM Electronics.)
• Show a passion for innovation, creativity, and emerging technologies such as 3D printing , laser cutting, and digital design.
• Supports student autonomy and fosters an inclusive, collaborative workshop environment.
• Encourages resilience and critical thinking through project and passion-based learning.
• Familiarity with national curriculum standards and assessment frameworks for Design and Technology.
• Capable of designing units that align with cross-disciplinary themes (e.g. sustainability, STEM, entrepreneurship).
• Displays high level communication and teamwork capabilities, contributing positively to the College community.
• Have completed or be willing to complete the requirements for Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and innovative Design and Technology lessons across Years 7–12, aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and College standards.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workshop environment that promotes student safety, creativity and hands-on learning.
• Integrate contemporary and emerging technologies such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and digital design into the curriculum to enhance learning outcomes.
• Promote student autonomy, resilience and critical thinking through project-based and passion-based learning approaches.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Design and Technology curriculum, including the introduction of new tools, programs and techniques.
• Maintain high standards of workshop safety and oversee student use of tools, materials, and machines in compliance with OSH regulations.
• Participate actively in College life, including staff and department meetings, professional development, co-curricular activities, and community events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, co-develop resources and support cross-curricular initiatives.
• Uphold and model the values of a Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition, supporting the spiritual and personal growth of students.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the Principal including pro-rata co-curricular responsibilities.

Application Process

Applicants should send:

• A covering letter outlining suitability for the position.
• A statement addressing the key selection criteria (maximum 2 pages).
• A current CV, including the names and contact details of three referees.
• Copies of teaching qualifications and/or academic transcripts.
• Any relevant Accreditation certificates.
• TRBWA Certification.
• Working with Children Check.

Please forward applications to:  The Principal , CBC Fremantle

Via email:

Applications lodged on Seek will not be considered.

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 8 September 2025.

CBC Fremantle is committed to providing a child-safe environment which safe guards all students and is committed to promoting practices which provides for the safety, wellbeing and welfare of our children and young people. CBC Fremantle takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at the College are subjected to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process. CBC Fremantle reserves the right to appoint, amend or withdraw jobs at any time during the process, including prior to the advertised closing date.