Literacy Consultant

Literacy Consultant

Inspire and support school leaders and teachers to embed evidence-based literacy practices that make a lasting difference.

Level J $135,280 - $151,474 plus superannuation

1.0 FTE | Ongoing | West Leederville

For more than 150 years, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has supported schools and communities across the state. Today, we are Western Australia's second-largest education provider, supporting more than 84,500 students through a network of schools and nearly 14,000 staff.

We're seeking a Literacy Consultant to join our Curriculum team within the Teaching and Learning directorate.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence literacy outcomes for students across Catholic Education Western Australia by leading strategic initiatives that empower schools, educators, and leaders to deliver high-quality literacy instruction. Working closely with principals, leadership teams, teachers, CEWA consultants, and Religious Education colleagues, you will build capability, facilitate professional learning, and drive evidence-informed practices that make a meaningful difference in classrooms. If you are passionate about literacy, collaboration, and system-wide improvement, this role offers the chance to shape educational excellence and contribute to the achievement and success of every learner.

This is a 1.0FTE ongoing position commencing 4 January 2027.

Why Join CEWA?

• Salary of Level J $135,280 - $151,474 plus superannuation

• Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Access to wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and corporate health discounts
• Free onsite parking

About the Role

The successful candidate will build the capability of school leaders, teachers, and consultants through high-quality professional learning, collaborative partnerships, and evidence-informed practices. They will use data strategically to guide decision-making, support continuous improvement, and ensure literacy initiatives have a measurable and lasting impact on student learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and support school and system initiatives aligned with CEWA’s Vision for Learning, Literacy Position Statement and Literacy Frameworks towards ensuring high standards in Literacy.
• Work in collaboration with CEWA consultants in building capacity in the area of Literacy.
• Work in collaboration with Religious Education consultants in fostering quality Catholic Education.
• Support school leadership teams and teachers in building capacity in schools to embed effective Literacy strategies in schools.
• Support school leadership teams to establish and support professional learning networks within and across schools.
• Stay abreast with current research in Literacy.
• Facilitate professional learning.
• Support school personnel to interpret and utilise school and system student attainment data to ensure high quality teaching and learning.

About You

The ideal candidate is an experienced and collaborative literacy leader with a strong commitment to CEWA's Vision for Learning and a passion for improving student outcomes. They bring deep expertise in evidence-based literacy practices, the ability to use data to drive improvement, and a proven track record of building the capability of school leaders and teachers through professional learning and strategic support.

Essential requirements:

• Prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.

• Commitment to CEWA’s Vision for Learning, Literacy Position Statement and Literacy Frameworks. 
• Knowledge and understanding of pedagogical practice in literacy.
• Recent school-based experience with a history of exemplary teaching in early childhood literacy.
• Excellent knowledge of current issues, initiatives, and research in literacy.
• Excellent practical and theoretical experience with data analysis. 
• Capacity to work with school leaders and teachers in the area of Literacy. 
• Highly developed organisational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team. 

Information for Applicants

To access a copy of the Position Description please click here.

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria.
• A curriculum vitae outlining employment history, qualifications and certifications, and providing a minimum of two professional referees.

The successful applicant will be required to provide:

• A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia.

• Current TRBWA and Working with Children Check. 
• A willingness to travel to and work in regional and remote locations. 
• 100 points of identification.

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm, Friday 4 September 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 careers@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.