Short Term

Short term & Relief teacher opportunities: Experience teaching in the spectacular Kimberley outback in 2025 & 2026

Catapult your professional and personal goals to new horizons in a unique and inspiring setting unlike any

We are in search of passionate qualified teachers who are eager to embrace the unique journey of learning, living, and contributing to the vibrant Catholic school communities nestled within the stunning Kimberley region of Western Australia. CEWA's greatest need is for Early Childhood and Primary teachers, and Secondary specialist teachers in the fields of Physical Education, Art, Design Technology, Music or Home Economics. Successful applicants require a degree in Education and registration with the TRBWA and availability to work short contracts of between 5 to 10 weeks of a school term  - travel the Kimberley on us and experience working in multiple destinations by term or half term.

After submitting your application you will be contacted by our friendly Talent team and provided full details of this transformative professional and personal growth opportunity, with a view to joining the Kimberley Calling Teacher pool for 2025 and 2026. From this pool, Principals will directly appoint outstanding individuals for their unique small schools and culturally rich communities. 

This Short Term & Relief Talent Pool caters to unplanned vacancies as they arise, most relief opportunities become available at short notice . Applicants successful to this Pool will be notified about potential contracts ranging from an ASAP start - to a few weeks advance notice. 

Benefits include:

Relocation travel from any major Australian city including flights and vehicle transportation paid by CEWA 

Housing provided by CEWA at capped low percentage of salary or completely free (depending on which school destination)

Location allowance paid per fortnight

Regional annual bonus (pro rata for teachers working term by term)

Air conditioning reimbursement paid per fortnight

Electricity cover for higher than average costs paid by CEWA

Friday early classroom finish 12:30pm every week *applicable to selected desert schools

4 x days additional accrued leave to extend long weekends throughout the year and support your personal travel adventures during your stay *applicable to selected desert schools

Friday early classroom finish 12:30pm every week *applicable to selected desert schools

Small class sizes

First Nations Teaching Assistant assigned to every class
 

Renumeration

$88,785 - $132,585 per annum + Superannuation 11% pro rata Annual bonus $5,000 - $20,000 pro rata Location allowance $3,534 - $10,786 per annum pro rata Airconditioning and Electricity reimbursements additional to above, paid fortnightly
 

Candidates may consider vacancies at CEWA Kimberley schools located in:

Balgo Hills Beagle Bay Billiluna Broome Derby Kununurra Lombadina Mulan / Lake Gregory Red Hill Ringer Soak Warmun Wyndham

Explore CEWA's 13 x Kimberley schools via our interactive: Kimberley School Map

Requirements:

Before you apply for this job, you need:
 

University degree in Education  or equivalent: either Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary Registration  confirmation from Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia - please conduct this process online via: TRBWA 
 

If and when you are offered a job with CEWA, you will need:
 

Working with Children check : this is conducted in person in Western Australia. If currently based in WA please follow the process here: Working with Children Check - Application and renewal process (). All applicants currently based outside of the State please wait to complete this process until after you arrive - this step can be actioned after job offer

A profound journey:  Teaching in Kimberley Catholic schools isn't just about education – it's a pathway to shaping lives and making meaningful connections, it's having the privilege of close proximity to the local culture and wisdom of remote communities. Here, you'll pioneer flexible and innovative educational programs, delivering high-quality learning experiences to students in nature-focused settings including:

Fostering foundational relationships for student success Implementing Positive Behavior strategies in the classroom Tailoring curriculum delivery to diverse learning needs Enabling personalized learning experiences Engaging in two-way learning Crafting effective plans for students with diverse language backgrounds Embracing Trauma-Informed Practice Creating culturally inclusive learning environments Harnessing flexibility and innovation to connect learning with context

A stepping-stone to leadership:  Kimberley Catholic schools provide a fertile ground for cultivating leadership abilities, teachers employed via our Kimberley Calling Program can experience accelerated career advancement following their posting as a result of being given opportunity to showcase their skills across a range of higher duties on site. All faculty members benefit from top-tier professional development that hones cultural responsiveness, encourages reflective practice, and elevates pedagogical prowess. 

HOW TO APPLY : If Kimberley Calling sounds like it could be right for you, we invite you to submit your application including:
 

Cover Letter  - no more than 1 page, telling us: Why you are passionate about teaching Why you feel you would be a great fit for living and working in an outback Kimberley school environment Your availability  - when you can work and for how long Resume If you have the following details please provide to us: WA Teacher Registration (or other Australian State registration number) and Working with Children Check 

Questions and feedback welcomed - we encourage you to apply and find out what possibilities are available to you
 

CEWA warmly welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds who agree to uphold the Core Catholic Values:  respect for the human person, promotion of family, the common good, subsidiarity (advocating for all people especially the vulnerable or marginalised), human dignity, and pursuit of peace. 

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