Teacher - K-6

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.

Situated in the heart of the Avon Valley, on Noongar Boodja, Brookton District High School (DHS) has been serving our community since 1903. Our appeal as a school rests in our strong sense of community, the values we celebrate and the commitment to realising the potential of all students in our care.

The purpose of our school is to empower your child to develop the skills, knowledge and attributes to become resilient, considerate individuals who make positive contributions to the society in which they live. We are a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school and value a Safe, Organised, Achieving and Respectful learning environment in which students can S.O.A.R. We encourage and explicitly teach positive behaviours throughout the school where all students can be engaged and successful.

Brookton DHS team is based on good community people who work collaboratively on the needs of all students in Brookton. The school has an excellent blend of experienced and graduate teachers who drive the teaching and learning schedule of the school. We have a great team of Special Needs and General Classroom Education Assistants who support classroom teachers in various areas.

Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online .

The Role
Brookton DHS is establishing a pool of exceptional Primary Teachers to support roles across Early Childhood (Year 2 to 3), Primary Science Specialist, and Primary Health teaching. We invite applicants with the capacity to teach students from Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) in a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Suitable applicants will be committed to delivering integrated, culturally responsive programs that support the learning and development of our Aboriginal student population. Experience with explicit instruction is preferred, and knowledge of programs such as Talk for Writing, Spelling Mastery and Prime Mathematics is highly desirable as is experience in working with the Berry Street Education Model. We seek flexible, energetic teachers who can work collaboratively within their teaching phase and demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Ideally, suitable applicants will create positive and welcoming classroom environments with high expectations and a growth mindset while fostering students' social and emotional development. Candidates should possess exemplary teaching skills, be motivated to deliver best practice, and embrace a school culture focused on connected practice, collaborative teamwork, and continuous professional learning.

Experience in implementing high-impact teaching strategies, particularly in literacy and numeracy through explicit instruction, is highly valued. Applicants should be skilled in differentiating instruction to meet diverse student needs and proficient in using a variety of assessment tools to monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and inform future planning at the classroom level.

Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Air-Conditioning subsidy

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits .

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.

Find out if you are eligible on IKON .

• Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.

Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kris Dewson-Hall, Principal on or emailing Kristy.Dewson- .

During the school holidays, please contact Kris Dewson-Hall on

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, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 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
All applications must be submitted online.

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.

Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four (4) 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 two (2) 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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH994355

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

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