Teacher - Primary

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This is a 6-month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension

We are an Independent Public-School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 with a clear vision and purpose focusing on excellence in teaching and learning. At Mount Pleasant Primary School (PS), we strive to provide the tools for lifelong learning and long-term happiness to empower socially aware and resilient critical thinkers. We believe that every student is capable of successful learning.

Find out more about our school by visiting Mount Pleasant Primary School or Schools Online .

The Role

We are ideally seeking a primary teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills, a natural ability to communicate effectively and to foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As a primary teacher you would promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development.

Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.

If you are a passionate educator ready to contribute to a culture of positivity, innovation, and collaboration, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our inspiring teaching team. .

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 Benjamin Parkin, Principal on or emailing .

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 :

• 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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1 : Select Apply for Job

• Compete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.

Your application should include :

• A statement of up to three (3) 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 four (4) 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 for assistance

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / TCH978368

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close : 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 30 June 2025

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