Religious Education Curriculum Consultant

Catholic Education in Western Australia (CEWA) is the second largest education provider in the State. We cater for more than 76,000 students in 162 schools.

CEWA strives to create progressive environments that enhance learning. Our culture is underpinned by our Vision, Quality Catholic Education (QCE) Elements and CECWA' Strategic Directions. Our aspiration is to build Catholic Schools of Excellence, underpinned by their evangelising Mission, in a system where all students, staff and parents are empowered as active members of their school and parish communities.

For over 150 years, our schools, colleges, and learning centres have been an integral part of education in Western Australia, forming the state's second-largest primary and secondary 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. We are currently on the lookout for a Religious Education Curriculum Consultant to join our Religious Education Team This exciting opportunity is a full time ongoing position commencing in January 2026 and based in our Leederville office

The Role

The Religious Education Curriculum Consultant is responsible for working in collaboration with other members of the Religious Education Curriculum and Formation for Mission Teams. To work with members of the Catholic Education Office to support the religious education and faith formation needs of leaders and school communities in their service as educators and witnesses of faith in Catholic schools.

The Essentials

• Personal witness to Catholic faith
• Accreditation for the Leadership of the Religious Education Learning Area
• Recent experience and knowledge of the Western Australian Religious Education Curriculum
• Experience in developing digital tools and resources that enable more engaged learning experiences
• Proven ability to communicate Catholic teaching faithfully
• Excellent knowledge and use of presentation skills which fully engage adult learners in an interactive way
• Proven capacity to work cooperatively with others
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education

Highly Desirable

• A sound knowledge of the theology and Church documents that underpin the Western Australia Religious Education program
• Recent experience in developing, implementing and assessing in the RE Curriculum area
• Proven evidence around the capacity to develop engaging curriculum
• Recent experience teaching in a Religious Education classroom
• Proven evidence in high level skills in using digital technology
• Recent curriculum experience in a 7-12 setting

Benefits of the role

• A Competitive salary Level J on the CEWA salary scale ($131, 340 - $147, 062 per annum) 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.

To learn more about this role please refer to the Position Description

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
• Current TRBWA registration and Working with Children Check

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm 2 December 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 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.