Teacher - Upper - Years 3-6

This is a 3 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension (3 months) and/or permanency

Eneabba Primary School, 280km north of Perth on the Brand Highway, caters for 26 children from Kindergarten through to Year 6. Our specialised team of teaching and school support staff provide innovative and engaging classes for a child's first introduction to education. The school has a strong focus on English, Mathematics and health and wellbeing, with whole-school programs in place to cater for the needs of all students.

Our positive and engaging school environment allows for the effective delivery of teaching programs that ensure students develop the skills and knowledge to become life-long learners and active citizens. A strength of our school is the positive school culture that is present, reflected in our day to day operations. This culture is built upon our five school values of co-operation, friendliness, perseverance, respect, and responsibility. We are proud of our reputation in offering a diverse range of subjects including Music, Physical Education and Science.

Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

The Role

The Upper Primary Teacher will be teaching students from Years 3 to Year 6 of various academic levels. Primary school trained teachers who have exceptional experience in teaching Literacy and Numeracy, and understand how to create engaging, hands-on lessons are encouraged to apply.

Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.

As a member of our team, you would 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 utilising various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.

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 per year
• District allowance of $3 210 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.

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Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Emma Cooper, Principal on or emailing 

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 three (3) 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: SS/TCH1008742

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 December 2025