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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.

Greenmount Primary School (PS) provides a learning environment in which students feel safe and supported. Our positive and proactive approach develops resilient, socially and culturally aware and responsible young people. We teach the skills and language needed to create a school community where wellbeing is a focus. The school has an excellent reputation for its inclusive approach to education and its focus on all aspects of our students' development. The staff, parents and carers work collaboratively in a mutually respectful and supportive environment. There is a genuine sense of community which is valued by all.

Find out more about our school by visitin g greenmountps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally be outstanding classroom practitioners who can continue and enhance current school practices. The application of effective instructional strategies to engage and challenge learners in a supportive and safe learning environment is highly regarded. Applicants will ideally require an expertise in differentiating the curriculum, catering for students of varying ability and motivating them to achieve to their full potential.

Suitable applicants should exhibit success in working in an environment characterised by whole school approaches; Professional Learning Communities and the opportunity to take on leadership roles and responsibilities.

As new staff members you should implement school-wide practices to meet the needs of students and ensure the creation of an environment that promotes success. These practices include Visible Learning, Positive Behaviour Support, Letters and Sounds, Talk 4 Writing, Guided Reading and Seven Steps to Writing Success, Spelling Mastery, Paul Swan Maths amongst others.

Suitable applicants will ideally believe in going deeper than just delivering the required curriculum and that knowing students individually, culturally and developmentally is just as important. Genuine and meaningful relationships will be the key to student and school success.

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 Natalie Astle, Principal, on (08) 9257 0600 or by emailing Natalie.Astle@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 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

• 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 three (3)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 Numb er: IPS/TCH981457

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

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

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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