ROLE DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Teacher of Year 7

Tenure: Full-time - Ongoing

Commencement Date: 1 January 2027

Application closing date: Monday 1 4 September 2026 – 3.00 p.m.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and faith-filled Year 7 Teacher to join our Year 7 team commencing in January 2027. The successful applicant will primarily teach Year 7 students and play a key role in fostering their spiritual, emotional, social, and academic growth through engaging, contemporary, and meaningful learning experiences.

We welcome applications from upper primary teachers, middle years teachers, and suitably qualified secondary school teachers who are passionate about supporting students as they transition into secondary education We are looking for someone who will create an environment where students want to be and want to learn, making education collaborative, fun-filled and a place where students feel listened to and loved. In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive Catholic school community, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a positive environment where staff and students thrive together.

If you are passionate about inspiring young learners and living out Catholic values, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach a range of core subjects to Year 7 students, ensuring lessons are engaging, meaningful and aligned with curriculum requirements. Where staff have expertise in a major core learning area, we will strive to utilise their skills and experience in that area wherever possible

• Design and implement differentiated learning strategies to meet the diverse needs of students, fostering confidence, independence and a love of learning.

• Create a classroom environment where students feel valued, listened to and inspired, making education collaborative, fun-filled and inclusive.

• Take responsibility for the behaviour management of your class, promoting positive conduct and a respectful learning culture

. • Build strong,



positive connections with parents to support student learning and wellbeing.

• Contribute to the pastoral care and wellbeing of students, supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth.

• Collaborate with colleagues and the Head of Year 7 to promote holistic development and maintain a positive, respectful learning environment.

• Participate in co-curricular programmes and actively engage in the life of the College community.

INTRODUCTION TO THE COLLEGE

Only a 25-minute drive from the city and blessed with excellent transport links, Irene McCormack Catholic College offers a Christ-centered and student-focused Catholic education from Year 7 to Year 12. Inspired by the lives of Sr Irene McCormack, Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, and the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, the College is dedicated to providing a holistic teaching and learning program. This program is supported by a strong and vibrant pastoral care system and enriched by a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.

1. CORE REQUIREMENTS

· Be supportive of the Catholic ethos and teachings.

· Be supportive of the College vision, mission and values.

· Hold a current TRBWA registration and WWC clearance.

· Act according to the requirements of the College Code of Conduct.

· Professional standard of dress and grooming.

2. QUALIFIED COMPETENCIES

· Demonstrate a working knowledge of current curriculum developments as per the Western Australian Curriculum.

· To demonstrate practices reflective of the AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers.

· Build pastoral and professional teacher-student relationships.

· Display a passion for teaching.

3. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Implement school policies and regulations.

· Carry out teaching duties as negotiated with the Principal and Head of Learning Area.

4. PERSONAL QUALITIES

· Outstanding interpersonal qualities and skills.

· Personal commitment to tasks undertaken.

· Enthusiasm and energy.

· High standard of organisational and time management skills.

Please contact the College Vice Principal Mr Gary Bailey for any queries regarding the Position.

📌 Teacher of Year 7 (Butler)
🏢 Irene McCormack Catholic College
📍 Butler