Teacher - Primary

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary 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.

East Waikiki Primary School (PS) is seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join our dynamic team. Situated in the coastal suburb of Cooloongup, our school is proudly part of the vibrant Rockingham community and serves families within the boundaries of Ennis Avenue, Grange Drive, Goongarrie Drive, Read Street, and Gnangara Drive. We are situated approximately 45km south of Perth.

Since opening in 1987 with just 185 students, East Waikiki has grown into a well-established school with a current enrolment of approximately 385 students. Our school boasts a stable and experienced staff who are committed to delivering high quality teaching and learning through whole school programs and evidence based practices.

At East Waikiki PS we believe in educating the whole child. Our staff work in highly effective, collaborative teams to ensure all students are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. We value innovation, teamwork, and a shared commitment to student success.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher who thrives in a supportive and forward thinking school community, we encourage you to apply and become part of our East Waikiki team.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.eastwaikikips.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

We are seeking teachers who has outstanding interpersonal skills with a natural ability to communicate effectively and build genuine relationships with parents, students and staff members. The suitable applicants would quickly establish a positive and welcoming classroom environment with high expectations, and a growth mindset, while building students' positive social and emotional skills.

The suitable applicants will ideally possess exemplary teaching skills, be highly motivated and hold themselves accountable to delivering best practice. You should have the ability to work in an environment characterised by whole school connected practice, collaborative team structures and a strong commitment to professional growth.

Ideally, the suitable applicants will take advantage of high impact teaching strategies, and have proven experience in the planning and delivery of engaging literacy and numeracy programs with a particular focus on explicit instruction. A deep understanding of how to differentiate to meet the needs of all students will be highly regarded, as is the ability to use a variety of assessment tools to inform progress, enable constructive feedback and drive future planning at a classroom level.

Professional Benefits

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 .

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kara Larsen, Principal on (08) 9591 6600 or emailing Kara.Larsen@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

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 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

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.
  
  

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
  
  

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four (4) pages, 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 of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
  
  

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

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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH981522

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 August 2025.Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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