Students with Disability Consultant - Broome

About the role

Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) is seeking an experienced Students with Disability Consultant to join its Students with Disability Team at the Broome Regional Office. The consultant supports Catholic school communities in the Broome Diocese to provide inclusive, individualised educational opportunities that improve learning outcomes for students with disability, working with school leaders, staff, parents and the regional office team. The position is 0.89 FTE, ongoing, working term time only, starting January 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Teaching and Learning Directorate's strategic focus areas through the Quality Catholic Education Framework, including the Vision for Learning and Contemporary Pedagogies.
• Provide advice to Catholic schools and leadership teams on educational practices and provision for students with disability.
• Give ongoing specialist support to school staff on the education of students with disability and promote best educational practices.
• Take responsibility for a designated student caseload in K-12 schools in the Broome Diocese and promote individualised programs and planning.
• Work as a supportive member of the Broome Regional Office team, giving coordinated, contextually appropriate support to schools.

Required profile

• Recent school-based experience with evidence of exemplary teaching.
• Specific qualifications and experience in teaching students with disability.
• Experience facilitating professional learning programs.
• Ability to support school staff in assessing learning levels, adapting the curriculum and reporting on student progress.
• Preparedness to support the Catholic ethos and commitment to Quality Catholic Education.
• Legally permitted to work in Australia; TRBWA registration and a Working with Children's check are required.

Required skills

• Highly developed digital technology skills.
• Understanding of current drivers, impacts and legislation affecting disability.
• Understanding of augmentative and alternative communication.
• Strong oral and written communication and organisational skills.

What we offer

• Salary of $135,280 - $151,474 (Steps 1-4) plus superannuation, with annual progression.
• Paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures.
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and health discounts.
• Relocation assistance, location and air-conditioning allowances if eligible.

Applications close by 5pm on Sunday 15 November 2026 and are submitted online through the employer's careers site, with a cover letter, CV and two professional referees.