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 from Term 4, 2025 and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage for shortlisted applicants only.

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

Vacancies may become available in:

• Early Childhood Education
• Primary
• Specialist areas

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Suitable applicants will ideally be outstanding classroom practitioners who can continue and enhance current school practices. As new staff members you should implement school-wide practices such as Cracking the Code, Letters and Sounds, Positive Behaviour Support, Talk for Reading, Quality Teaching Strategy and explicit teaching. Knowledge and experience implementing daily reviews within a Literacy and Numeracy Block is highly desirable. An ability to rigorously analyse student performance data, continually monitor the impact your teaching is having on student learning outcomes and provide a differentiated curriculum will be favourably considered.

Suitable applicants should be enthusiastic and highly motivated as well as possessing exemplary teaching skills. You will ideally be able to work in an environment characterised by whole school connected practice, possess well developed interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to professional growth and collaborative team structures.

The ability to establish strong, positive and productive relationships with students, peers and the wider school community will be well regarded. Working collaboratively with staff members, in order to implement whole school approaches within the school's business and operational plans is also highly desirable.

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.

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 suitable applicants possessing the required qualifications may be considered for appointment in these circumstances.

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. Please take note of the new application instructions below. You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted or considered by the panel.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
• Professional Knowledge
• Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

• Click 'Apply for Job'
• Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
• Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted or considered by the panel.

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application. 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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH990140

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 September 2025

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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 for more details.

To work with us, you must:

• be an eligible teacher with registration
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment
• have a WA Working with Children Check before you start
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number

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