2026 PRIMARY LOTE TEACHER (any language)

We are seeking an outstanding, enthusiastic and experienced LOTE Teacher to join our team at St John Bosco College.  This position is a part time (0.6 FTE) temporary position with the possibility of ongoing, commencing on January 1, 2026. 

St John Bosco College is a Catholic co-educational College in its eleventh year of operation. The College is situated in Piara Waters, a southern suburb of Perth, Western Australia. We commenced in 2015 with students from Kindergarten to Year 2. In 2025, we have 1350 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, as well as an OSHC facility and an Aboriginal Families as First Educators Playgroup. Our innovative building design has a focus on shared, flexible learning spaces which support best practice, 21st century teaching and learning methods. Our outstanding facilities include an Early Learning Centre, Junior Primary and Upper Primary studios, grass play areas, junior and senior ovals, soccer and hockey pitch and multi-purpose hard court play areas, enclosed Assembly Space, library, Science Learning Centre, a two-storey Arts and Technology Learning Centre, Middle Learning Centre, dedicated Administration and ample parking. In 2024, we opened our College Sport and Recreation Centre and a new two-storey Secondary Learning Centre. Our College Cafeteria has opened this year. 

The College motto “JOY IN LEARNING” is strongly exemplified in the person, life and teachings of our patron, St John Bosco. Our vision for this new Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 College is creating a flourishing environment in which every student can experience the joy in learning and thrive in a Catholic learning community, where development of the whole person is of utmost importance. The mission of staff is nurturing our students so that they can become successful learners, confident, creative, and active informed citizens, who are able to contribute positively to society. Our philosophy of education at St John Bosco focuses on the image of the child, the learning process, the environment, partnerships and community.  

Applications Close:  Monday November 3, 2025

Selection Criteria: 

• A strong commitment to the Catholic ethos of Catholic Education and St John Bosco College and a willingness to promote and support Catholic values as a member of the Bosco community.  
• Be an enthusiastic, flexible and cooperative LOTE educator who will work collaboratively with all staff. 
• Demonstrate the capacity and enthusiasm to build community by participating fully in College activities in collaboration with staff, parents, students and the St Francis Xavier Parish.  
• A commitment to Child Safety and Protection consistent with the CEWA Child Safe Framework. 
• Be able to demonstrate highly competent classroom management, build positive relationships and engage in one-to-one pastoral conversations with students and families.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Possess a sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standard.
• Possess the ability to be student centred and infuse thinking skills into the curriculum by providing learning experiences that incorporate a 21^st century learning environment.
• Be able to develop programs that take advantage of relevant research evidence and are refined and enhanced through reflection, analysis of data and ongoing professional learning. 

Qualifications Required:

• A willingness to complete Accreditation requirements as specified by Catholic Education WA. 
• Relevant four-year tertiary qualifications. 
• Applicants must have a current registration as a teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) to be eligible for appointment. Information is available from http://www.trb.wa.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

On appointment, successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post web site at http://apps.nowwhere.com.au/austpost/postofficelocator/. An application for a WWC must be made in person.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, 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.

Further Information

All queries should be directed to the Principal, Mr Kevin Sheehy on 9234 9600 or by email to [email protected]

To Apply

Applicants must submit an application form and a letter of application, explaining your reasons for applying for this position by addressing the selection criteria required to be involved in a Foundation College. This must be addressed to the Principal, including the names and contact numbers of three referees, one of whom must be the current employer and a Parish Priest.  

The Application Form and Role description for this role can be found at web.stjohnbosco.wa.edu.au.

 Applications should be forwarded to [email protected]

Applications may be obtained from the College website and all required information forwarded to:  

The Principal St John Bosco College.

           Via Post: PO Box 4110, Harrisdale WA 6112

By Hand: 170 Monticello Parkway, Piara Waters WA 6112

By Email: [email protected]

Applications due: ASAP