Regional Officer Broome

Regional Officer Broome

For over 150 years, our schools, colleges, early learning centres and out of school care programs, have been an integral part of education in Western Australia. Together we form the state’s second-largest education provider, with more than 83,000 students relying on our nearly 14,000 dedicated staff each day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every child can achieve their full potential, and our office teams support schools to do exactly that.

The Role

The role of Regional Officer Broome belongs to the Broome Diocese team in the School Improvement and Wellbeing directorate. We have 5 office campuses across the state and this role will be based at our Broome office.

This is a full-time 5 year position commencing as soon as practicable.

The Regional Officer Broome position is a critical link between the CEWA Executive Team, the Bishop of Broome and Catholic schools in the Broome Diocese. 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 Regional Officer is responsible for providing leadership and support to Broome Diocesan principals and their school communities, which in turn enables these schools to meet fully the policies and expectations of the Catholic Education Commission of Western Australia (CECWA) in achieving the goals of the Bishops' Mandate for Catholic Education in Western Australia through the delivery of Quality Catholic Education (QCE) and CECWA’s Strategic Initiatives.

For a full role description, please access the Position Description at the link below. 

Benefits of the role

• A competitive salary: Level M on the CEWA salary scale ($202,719 to $227,298 per annum) plus superannuation paid at the rate of 2.5% above the legislated Superannuation Guarantee.
• A $10,000 full time per annum (pro rata) Regional Administration Allowance is paid in addition to salary. 
• An additional five (5) days annual leave is accrued per annum. 
• System Leaders Renewal Leave accumulated at 1 week per year of service, including generous provision for the payment of course/tuition expenses.
• The successful applicants will be provided a fully maintained vehicle. The vehicle is available for private use with a personal contribution of $196.37 per fortnight (2026 rates).
• A successful applicant not based in Broome will have reasonable relocation costs met by the Catholic Education Office of Western Australia.
• A smartphone, laptop and iPad will be provided.
• Salary packaging options in line with our not-for-profit status, including novated leasing.
• Deferred salary program for eligible employees after two years of service.
• Free onsite parking.
• Corporate health insurance discounts.
• Access to the Fitness Passport program.
• Employee Assistance Program: access confidential counselling and wellbeing support for yourself and your family.
• Ongoing professional learning opportunities, including a CEWA scholarship program to support further education.
• Flexible work arrangements, where operationally appropriate.
• Wellbeing initiatives including annual flu vaccinations and workplace health checks.
• Parental leave provisions above statutory minimums.

Selection Criteria

The catholicity of CEWA schools, particularly those in regional areas, depends largely on an authentic relationship between the Bishops, the Regional Officers and Principals. The Regional Officer role provides a critical link between the Executive Director Catholic Education and Catholic schools in the Diocese. Personal relationships marked by mutual trust, close cooperation, and continuing dialogue are required for a genuine spirit of communion.

In the context of this position, the occupant must be able to demonstrate extensively the following qualities and capabilities:

1. A practising Catholic with extensive and successful Catholic school principal experience.
2. Possess Accreditation for Leadership.
3. Actively demonstrate, promote and enact an understanding, commitment and advocacy in leading QCE across the four Pillars and eleven Elements.
4. 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.
5. Has knowledge and understanding that acknowledges, respects and advocates for First Nations Peoples.
6. Demonstrate decision making and collaborative practices that are Christ-centred, transparent, evidence based and place the child as the focus.
7. Demonstrate an understanding, and model effective collaboration, that values the unique and diverse needs of regional schools and their communities.
8. The ability and willingness to analyse and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to determine best practices in QCE review and improvement.
9. Inspired by the principles of Catholic Education, is enthusiastic about developing knowledge of both primary and secondary curriculum, pedagogy, and school/college structures in support of CEWA’s Vision for Learning and Religious Education delivery.
10. Is committed to promoting partnerships and engagement with parishes, parent groups, school networks and other church and community organisations within the Broome Diocese.
11. Effectively support and embed innovative, systemic practices that promote continuous improvement within and across schools.
12. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and empower others.
13. A proven aptitude for continuous learning, growth and faith formation.
14. High-level presentation and communication skills.
15. Ability to 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. This is a 5-year fixed term position commencing as soon as practicable based in Broome.
2. Conditions of Employment for Broome Regional staff apply. 
3. Hold a current Teachers Registration with the Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia.
4. Hold a current Working with Children Check for Western Australia.
5. Travel within state and occasionally interstate will be required.

Information for Applicants

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

To access the Application Instructions please click here: Application Instructions

1. Provide a covering letter which includes the following:

• Articulates your reason for applying for the Broome Regional Officer role. 
• Outlines your leadership philosophy.
• Articulates your leadership experience through evidence-based examples of effective school improvement practice, including, if relevant to your experience, partnering with First Nations Peoples and engaging with local First Nations communities to strengthen culturally responsive practice and improve educational outcomes for students
• Addresses the context of the role as Regional Officer in line with the detail contained within the Position Description and Selection Criteria.  

The covering letter should be no more than five pages.

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.)

The successful applicant will need to provide:

• 100 points of identification
• WA working with children check
• TRBWA registration
• Evidence of obtained Accreditation for Leadership

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm, Friday 10 April 2026. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this role, 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 to 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 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.