School Improvement Advisor

Salary Level M $202,719 - $227,298 plus superannuation

1.0 FTE | Two-year position | West Leederville

This is a secondment position from a current Principal role.

We are seeking applications for a School Improvement Advisor within the School Improvement and Wellbeing Directorate.

The School Improvement Advisor position is a critical link between the CEWA Executive Team and Catholic schools in WA. A significant part of the role is capacity building at a school and systemic level, and the promotion of school improvement cultures of reflection, review and renewal.

The School Improvement Advisor is responsible for providing leadership and support to principals and their school communities. This in turn enables CEWA schools to meet fully the policies and expectations of the Catholic Education Commission of WA (CECWA) in achieving the goals of the Bishops’ Mandate for Catholic Education in WA through the delivery of Quality Catholic Education (QCE) and CECWA’s Strategic Initiatives.

This is a 1.0FTE two-year position.

Why Join CEWA?

- Salary of Level M (Step 1 – 4) $202,719 - $227,298 plus superannuation
- Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures
- Additional 2.5% superannuation above the legislated superannuation guarantee.
- A fully maintained vehicle, available for private use with a personal contribution.
- System Leaders Renewal Leave accumulated at 1 week per year.
- Salary packaging.

Selection Criteria

Essential requirements:

- A practising Catholic with extensive and successful Catholic school principalship experience
- Has Accreditation for Leadership.
- Actively demonstrates, promotes and enacts an understanding, commitment and advocacy in leading QCE across the four Pillars and the 11 Elements.
- Provide quality Catholic leadership that promotes the evangelising mission of the Church, and which fosters cultures of faith formation, empowerment, inquiry, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrates decision making and collaborative practices that are Christ-centred,



transparent, evidence based and place the child as the focus.
- The ability and willingness to analyse and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to determine best practices in QCE review and improvement.
- Inspired by the principles of Catholic Education, is enthusiastic about developing knowledge of school improvement processes and collaborating across directorates on curriculum, pedagogy, and school/college structures to support CEWA’s Vision for Learning and Religious Education delivery.
- Committed to promoting partnerships and engagement with parishes, parent groups, school networks and other church and community organisations.
- Effectively support and embed cutting-edge, systemic practices that promote continuous improvement within and across schools.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and empower others.
- High-level presentation and communication skills.
- Initiate and lead innovative practice and service delivery, working collaboratively with school leadership and CEWA office teams in the pursuit of QCE.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT SPECIFIC TO THE POSITION

1. Hold a current Teachers Registration with the Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia.
2. Hold a current Working with Children Check for Western Australia.
3. System Leaders Renewal Leave is accrued at 1 week per year of service, to a maximum of 10 weeks, including generous provision for the payment of course/tuition expenses.
4. Travel within state and occasionally interstate will be required.

Applicant Instructions

To successfully undertake the role and associated responsibilities, you are required to demonstrate the requisite skills,



knowledge, experience, values and personal attributes as described in detail throughout the Position Description.

Please submit the following two requirements:

1. Submit an application statement of no more than four (4) pages that explains your reason for applying for the School Improvement Advisor role, outlines your leadership philosophy, and addresses the Position Description and Selection Criteria. Include evidence and examples from your leadership experience demonstrating effective practice that has led to improved outcomes.
2. A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae which includes the names and contact details of four referees, one of whom should be your parish priest. (Please note that you are not required to include certified copies of degrees, academic transcripts, or accreditation certificates as the successful candidates will be asked to do so upon appointment.)

Application Instructions can be accessed here: Application Instructions SIA

Applications for this role close no later than Friday 13 November 2026.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this opportunity, 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 *******@cewa.edu.au. Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply and uploading your application through 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 encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, 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.

📌 School Improvement Advisor (West Leederville)
🏢 Catholic Education Western Australia
📍 West Leederville