Teacher (Early Years)

Position Details: 
St Columba’s Catholic Primary School, South Perth, is a double stream school founded in the Mercy charism and later led by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (Josephites) for many decades.  The school caters for 470 students in a co-educational setting from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified trained, dynamic, professional and creative teachers committed to the pursuit of educational excellence to be part of a collaborative team. 
Only written applications addressing the selection criteria will be considered. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, one of whom must be the applicant's most recent employer. Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. Applications may be sent to The Principal, St Columba’s Catholic Primary School, South Perth, to *****@stcolumbassp.wa.edu.au. Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a current TRBWA registration to be attached to your application.

Selection Criteria:
We are seeking a suitably qualified teacher who has the necessary knowledge, skills, ability and professional desire to:
Develop and nuture respectful relationships with students, staff and families of the school.
Work as part of a collaborative, cohesive, professional and dedicated Teaching and Learning Team.

Deliver a quality learning program that provides elements of play-based and inquiry learning with focused, explicit teaching that engages and challenges learners.

Promote the Early Years Learning Framework as part of quality Early Years practice.

Consistently demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Use general capabilities as a powerful tool for teaching and learning.

Be a proactive contributor within our community - willingness to share ideas, time and expertise for the good of all.

Seek to see joy in their work on a daily basis.

Qualifications Required:
The successful applicant must:
1.          Be four year tertiary qualified, with a recognised Early Childhood Qualification.
2.          Be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of WA to be eligible for appointment.
3.          Have completed 'Accreditation to Teach Religious Education '
4.          Be supportive of the ethos and objectives of Catholic Education.

Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, addressed to the Principal, including the names and contact numbers of three referees, one of whom must be the current employer.  Please ensure your application addresses the stated selection criteria.

Delivery of Documentation by close of business at 4pm on 04/09/2026
Email: *****@stcolumbassp.wa.edu.au
Subject box title: EARLY YEARS TEACHER APPLICATION 2027