(8/10/2025) Teacher - K-6

Overview

We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) 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.

Caladenia Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School, located in Canning Vale, opened in 2007 and built its standards on collaboration, quality educational provision and in a culture of nurturing and caring for each other in our community. Our school caters for students from K-6 with specialist teachers in Music, Visual Arts, Japanese and Physical Education/Health supporting high quality teaching and collaboration across the school.

The Role

We are actively seeking K-6 teachers with exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively, and foster genuine relationships with parents, students and colleagues. Suitable applicants should establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset while nurturing students’ social and emotional development. You will leverage high-impact teaching strategies and showcase experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs. An understanding of differentiation to meet diverse student needs is highly valued, along with proficiency in utilizing various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.

Exemplary teaching skills, a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices are expected. The capacity to thrive in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and ongoing professional growth is highly valued.

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 pages.

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 applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

- Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

- A statement of up to four pages, 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 of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

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/TCH990062

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 10 October 2025

Location Canning Vale

Position Teacher - K-6

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