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 teachers for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character-limited responses addressing two Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at the application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only. You must apply using the CV template attached to the advertisement. Applications in any other format will not be accepted.

Tapping Primary School (PS) opened in 2007 and is situated on Wadjuk Noongar Boodja. Located in the Wanneroo Education Network, our school serves Kindergarten to Year 6 with a focus on high-quality educational programs and student success.

The Role

At Tapping PS, we hold high expectations for both staff and students, matched by high levels of support. Our teaching team values evidence-based practice and explicit instruction, underpinned by Positive Behaviour Support and strong professional collaboration.

We are developing a fine-grained, low-variance curriculum in English and Mathematics to ensure consistency and clarity in instruction, while reducing teacher workload. We focus on what matters most – high-quality teaching and learning – and avoid unnecessary programs or initiatives that distract from our core mission to deliver outstanding education for every student.

Ideal applicants

The desired applicants we are seeking would show the following:

• The ability to self-reflect and be self-aware
• A respectful, kind, fair and trustworthy nature
• Enthusiasm and motivation to see all students succeed
• Dedication to teaching and improving their practice
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills

Alongside these personal qualities, we are seeking professionals who ideally bring:

• A strong repertoire of evidence-based instructional and student engagement strategies
• Experience in delivering a low-variance curriculum through explicit teaching strategies
• A strong understanding of how to monitor learning and differentiate effectively for individual needs
• The ability to foster an organised and positive classroom environment
• Experience in implementing Positive Behaviour Support programs
• The ability to plan for student learning with clear learning intentions

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 the professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Belinda Bewick, Principal, on (08) 6207 3100 or belinda.Bewick@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, 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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Application Instructions

NEW Application Process This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below. You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted or considered by the panel.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and 2 character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):

• Professional Knowledge
• Professional Engagemen t

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

• Click 'Apply for Job'
• Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
• Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted or considered by the panel.

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application. 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 Number: IPS/TCH990539

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 12 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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