Teacher - Upper - Years 5-6

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025.

Meekatharra District High School (DHS) is seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to join our dedicated team.

Why Choose Meekatharra DHS?

At Meekatharra DHS we have high expectations to become lifelong learners, show respect for culture, ourselves and others, and strive for a strong future. We are a close-knit and friendly learning community, bringing diversity and broad educational backgrounds.

Meekatharra is located in the beautiful Murchison region. Students and families at our school are proud to live 'On Country' and make the most of the rich natural beauty and resources that surround us.

The Role

Meekatharra DHS is seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to join our vibrant school community in a permanent capacity. This opportunity is open to both recent graduates and experienced teachers passionate about making a difference in young learners' lives.

Our school serves a culturally rich and diverse community, with approximately 93% of our students identifying as Aboriginal. We seek a teacher who embraces culturally responsive practices and is committed to building strong, respectful relationships with students, families, and the wider community.

The successful applicant will ideally :

• Have high expectations for all students and a belief in every child's ability to succeed.
• Be able to differentiate the curriculum to cater to various learning needs, using High Impact Teaching Strategies to maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, working effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and learning-focused classroom using whole-school behaviour management approaches.
• Be committed to ongoing professional growth and open to feedback, coaching, and mentorship opportunities provided by the school.

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration, innovation, and teacher development are prioritized. You will have access to high-quality professional learning opportunities as part of your career progression.

Join us and be part of a school where high expectations and a commitment to lifelong learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education offers numerous benefits to support your professional and personal well-being, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training, career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Key benefits include:

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13,730 per year
• District allowance of $3,210 per year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500 (see info below)
• 11.5% employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick and carers' leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Air-conditioning subsidy

Teachers and school administrators employed at Meekatharra DHS in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary $8,500 (gross, to be adjusted for FTE and tenure). This payment is distributed with a portion at commencement and the remainder at the end of the school year, contingent upon employment until year's end.

The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

Additional Information

For more details about benefits, allowances, and housing, contact Housing and Transport at or visit our website.

Eligible teachers in North or South Education Regions may opt for a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their original position after the term. Teachers can choose to transfer permanently into this school at the end of the mobility period.

For eligibility details, contact Mr. Ross Griffin, Principal, at or via email.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive, culturally responsive workforce reflecting community diversity. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Visit our website for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must :

• Hold an eligible qualification.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with work rights.
• Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before starting.
• Obtain a National Criminal History Check.

Application Instructions

Apply online by submitting your application, including two referees (one preferably your current manager), a statement demonstrating your professional knowledge, practice, and engagement, and a CV.

Ensure your attachments are ready before application submission. For tips, visit the Department's careers page or see the attached resources.

Applications close at 4:30 PM (AWST) on Monday, 30 June 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team at

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS / TCH977159

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies within 12 months. The Department applies a four-day breach period to this process.

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