Teacher (Junior Primary)
Employment
Part time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
18 September 2026
Posted 4 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
36.3
19.6 teaching · 16.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
21.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
414
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
5%
Girls vs boys
204 girls · 210 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position details:
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Guildford Road, St Columba’s School Bayswater is a true hidden gem. We provide a supportive and enriching environment for just over 500 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Year 6, under the guiding principles of the Sisters of Mercy.
At St Columba’s, we offer a range of specialist classes including Music, Technology, Physical Education, Science, and Italian, ensuring a well-rounded education. We are also proud of our dedicated Outside of School Hours Care program, providing before, after school, and vacation care. The Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) Program is embedded across the school and the school has recently become a URSTRONG and Berry Street Education Model inspired school.
We are seeking a Teacher to join our team of nurturing, professional and fun loving staff. The position involves teaching Religious Education. As an applicant, you must be a practising Catholic. This position is temporary, replacing multiple teachers on leave.
Join us at St Columba's and experience the difference of a school that genuinely cares about every child's growth and well-being.
Selection Criteria:
Be a practising Catholic as evidenced through a Parish Priest Reference;
• Must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties;
• Be an exemplary, enthusiastic educator who demonstrates a willingness to collaborate with all staff as part of a professional learning community;
• A comprehensive knowledge of the West Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for e…