Teacher - Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Classroom Teacher Level 3.3, $142,793 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Location: Gosnells (Ashburton Drive Primary School)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Position: Teacher - Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH992854

Closing Date: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025

Term: 36 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Eligibility note: This position is only available to eligible staff currently employed by the Department of Education, WA.

Role and responsibilities

Ashburton Drive Primary School is seeking to establish a Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role for appointment to a fixed term, full-time vacancy for 3 years. The principal at the applicant’s substantive work site will provide the right of return at the conclusion of the 3 year fixed-term vacancy. Priority is afforded to back-filling of the successful applicant before their release to the Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role.

In addition to classroom teaching, the Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher will provide instructional leadership focused on curriculum in collaboration with the principal and administrative team. The successful applicant will implement change strategies, provide leadership across the school community, facilitate workforce effectiveness, and model ongoing professional development. The role includes establishing and managing administrative and operational systems to ensure effective operation within departmental policy and guidelines. The teacher will work in a culturally responsive and context-specific manner to engage stakeholders productively and respectfully. A demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions and collaborate to solve complex problems is essential.

The role includes the following responsibilities:

- classroom teaching – up to 0.9 FTE
- instructional leadership – additional minimum 0.1 FTE release time
- delivering professional learning
- providing feedback
- mentoring staff

Qualifications and eligibility

Essential requirements

- be a Level 3 Classroom Teacher currently employed by the Department of Education
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start

Desirable/other information

- hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration
- demonstrate an outstanding ability to deliver innovative, bold and creative solutions and work collaboratively to solve problems

Application process and instructions

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 2 AITSL domains at application stage; the remaining AITSL domain will be assessed at a later stage for shortlisted applicants.

How to apply

- Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
- Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, and recent professional development.
- Provide two character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement).
- Click “Apply for Job” and 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. Other formats will not be accepted or considered.

Need help? Refer to the Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance on completing your application. It is recommended you have attachments ready before you start.

Contact for more information
Heather Fallo, Principal — (08) 9234 6300 or Heather.Fallo@education.wa.edu.au

Benefits

Working for the Department of Education offers competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Details are available on the department's benefits pages.

Equity, diversity and eligibility

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

- ensure you are a Level 3 Classroom Teacher currently employed by the Department of Education
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment
- complete a WA Working with Children Check and consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Additional notes

Links and resources referenced in the advertisement include information guides and school information pages. The CV template is mandatory for this process; other formats will not be accepted.

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