Teacher - Primary

Overview

Join to apply for the Teacher - Primary role at Department of Education, Western Australia. 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 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

About Karrinyup Primary School

As a professional learning community, Karrinyup PS's fundamental purpose is to assist all students in developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours essential for their success in life. Our students are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to provide high-quality learning and pastoral care that caters to the needs of all students. This culture of high care enables us to work in positive partnerships with families and the broader community, ensuring that the unique talents and needs of each individual are at the core of our culturally inclusive approach.

Karrinyup PS has a current student enrolment from Kindergarten to Year 6 of 555. It is located just 15 minutes from the CBD and situated in close proximity to the largest shopping centre in Perth, as well as Trigg and Scarborough Beaches. The school grounds feature large amounts of well shaded areas and well-maintained water-wise native Australian garden beds, which all combine to provide a pleasant outlook and recreational space for not only students, but the community as a whole. The grounds include multi-purpose hard courts, oval and specialised playgrounds including a Nature Play area funded by the community.

Our school works closely with the local community to establish and build positive relationships. The school has a strong and proactive School Board and P&C. These groups provide our community with input into the direction that the school will take as we grow and move forward.

The Role

Karrinyup PS is seeking dynamic, reflective, and committed educators to join our growing community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school driven by a clear vision and strategic direction outlined in our 2025–2027 Business Plan.

We are committed to high-impact, evidence-based teaching aligned with the Teaching for Impact model. Staff collaborate to deliver consistent, high-quality lessons through shared planning, common lesson design, and regular professional learning.

Suitable applicants should ideally be strong communicators who work effectively in Professional Learning Communities, support whole-school approaches, and demonstrate expertise in explicit instruction and curriculum knowledge. They should create differentiated, challenging, and caring learning environments that cater for all students, using assessment to inform progress and guide planning.

We seek reflective practitioners who should ideally be passionate about quality teaching, committed to continuous improvement, and able to foster a positive, solutions-focused culture. Suitable applicants should ideally have exceptional interpersonal skills, build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents, and nurture students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

At Karrinyup PS, we value safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environments. Staff implement Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework, fostering belonging, responsibility, and high expectations across the school.

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.

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, 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

• 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.
• 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

1. All applications must be submitted online.
2. 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.
3. Step 2: Attach your documents
   • Your application should include:
     • A statement, 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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Steven Noble, Principal, on (08) 9422 2050 or steven.noble@education.wa.edu.au.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH991268

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 Thursday, 4 September 2025

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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