▷ [Apply Now] Term 4: Upper Primary Teacher in the Kimberley, WA

3 days ago

Australia Footprint Placements Full time

Overview

Term 4: Upper Primary Teacher in the Kimberley, WA. An exciting opportunity for a Year 5/6 Teacher at a small, community-led school in the Kimberley. This role is ideal for an educator eager to embrace new experiences while making a meaningful impact. Located approximately three hours from Derby, the school was founded on the community's desire for autonomy over their children's education, ensuring culture, kinship and traditional values remain at the heart of learning. Governed by local people, the school has 70 students enrolled from Kindergarten to Year 10, with class sizes of 6-15 students. You will collaborate with Aboriginal Educators in a team-teaching approach, delivering culturally relevant lessons within the Western Australian curriculum. Students speak English as a second or third language, with Kriol, Nyikina and Walmajarri commonly spoken at home. A deep appreciation for Aboriginal ways of life and a willingness to learn from and engage with the local community are essential for this role.

Location & Context

The community has a clinic, a Health and Aged Care (HAC) kitchen and office, community store, football oval and basketball courts.

Contract

This is a full-time position for the remainder of 2025 or until the end of 2026. Having your own vehicle is strongly recommended.

Perks & Benefits

The Perks

- Salary between $85,610 to $124,016
- $18,000 financial continual FT employment incentive after a full calendar year
- Fully furnished housing ($25 per adult a week)
- Free utilities and Wi-Fi
- Remote living allowance of $2,000 per annum, paid pro-rata fortnightly
- $5,000 for relocation
- Long service leave after 4 years
- Opportunity to salary sacrifice

All incentives to be finalised with the employer.

Footprint Placements will provide benefits to assist you in your transition to remote life including:

- Trauma Responsive Practice in Education - Australian Childhood Foundation
- Cultural Competency course - Stronger Smarter Institute (1 term + contracts)
- First aid certification (6 month+ contracts)

How to Succeed

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess and/or demonstrate:

- TRBWA teaching registration and Working With Children clearance check (or ability to obtain one)
- A knowledgeable educator with a strong interest in Aboriginal culture and issues
- Comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum
- A high standard of competency and proficiency as a classroom teacher
- The capacity to differentiate and cater for different learning needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good administrative skills
- Ability to create and maintain relationships and listen to the needs of the students, school and community

Experienced teachers and outstanding graduates will be considered.

How to Apply

Interested? If you are adaptable, engaging and open to new experiences, please provide a CV with a LinkedIn profile (if you possess) and apply via our website www.footprintplacements.com.au. Have a question? Email hello@footprintplacements.com.au.

Looking forward to receiving your resume

Candidates must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work.

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