Opportunities for Primary Teachers

Overview

Join to apply for the Opportunities for Primary Teachers role at Department of Education, Western Australia.

Teacher (School Education Act General Agreement)

Teacher, $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Western Australia is a great place to live, and teach. Our public schools are all across our vast state, offering you opportunities to live and teach in incredible locations.

Our purpose is clear: every student, every classroom, every day.

Responsibilities

The following outlines the main duties of the role of a primary teacher in Western Australia. These are broad guidelines only.

• teaching literacy, numeracy, social science, creative expression and physical education skills to primary school students
• presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
• developing students' interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
• guiding discussions and supervising work in class
• preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
• discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers
• maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
• participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
• liaising with parent, community and business groups
• maintaining class and scholastic records
• performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programs
• supervising student teachers on placement

Our teachers undertake their duties in line with the School Education Act 1999.

Eligibility and training

To teach in a Western Australian public school, you must have a recognised, completed initial teacher education qualification. This may be a completed Bachelor of Education, or equivalent; or an undergraduate degree and a post-graduate teaching qualification.

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
• meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
• complete the Department's Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
• complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement; and
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy

More detail on the role of a primary teacher can be found below.

Teachers in their final year of study or who are in their first two years of teaching can apply to the Graduate Teacher Pool.

The application process

All applications are submitted online. Select the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A two page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager

To confirm your eligibility to teach, please also provide the following information:

• Identification (birth certificate, passport, change of name documentation – marriage certificate). We do not accept driver's licences
• Eligibility to work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian work permit (citizenship papers, VEVO)
• Academic transcripts identifying your course of study, including copies of undergraduate degrees and any postgraduate qualifications (if applicable). Your transcripts must include: university name; units completed; course completion or conferral date

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting Apply for Job.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone 08 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone 08 9264 8666 for assistance.

Additional details

• WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
• FTE: 0.1-1.0
• CLOSING DATE: 2025-09-26 4:30 PM
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education and Education

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