Teacher - K-6

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Somerly Primary School (PS) provides a friendly, positive and caring learning environment where students are encouraged to model our key values of respect, responsibility and safety which are taught through our well-established Positive Behaviour School Process. We have dedicated and experienced staff who share a commitment to the school vision and values. We provide a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy which enables our students to engage in a well-rounded curriculum experience based on the Australian curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework.

We also provide our students with the opportunity to study a range of subjects including music, physical education, science, visual arts, Digital Technology and Italian.

Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online.

Somerly PS is seeking passionate and skilled teaching professionals with experience across a broad range of year levels, from Kindergarten to Year Six. We highly value applicants possessing exceptional teaching abilities and a readiness to collaborate within high-functioning, collegial teams. Suitable applicants will ideally exhibit a strong commitment to teamwork, professional development, and continuous improvement, ensuring the implementation of best practices in teaching and learning.

Applicants should exhibit a proactive and positive approach to student engagement and behaviour, including the consistent application of classroom management strategies, aligned to Positive Behaviour Support and trauma informed practice. Suitable applicants will ideally be able to show the capacity to build strong, positive, and productive relationships with students, peers, and the wider school community, as well as a commitment to supporting students' mental health and wellbeing through both the delivery of social-emotional learning programs in class and through school wide positive interactions.

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

To work with us, you must:

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
• Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.

All applications must be submitted online.

1. Step 1: Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include: a statement demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school; a CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH991488

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 September 2025.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs