Teacher - Primary

We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise in Term 1 of the 2026 school year.
Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Note: 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 to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage.
The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.
Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying.
You must apply using the CV template only.
Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School
Tambrey Primary School (PS) is a safe, supportive and vibrant school environment that empowers our students to realise their full potential as happy, independent and responsible members of society.
We have a strong focus on effective instruction and explicit teaching with a Positive Behaviour Support culture.
Staff are trained in Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and Restorative Practices with student Health and Well Being a priority and embedded Trauma Informed processes that support all students to thrive.
Our staff are professional, collaborative, nurturing and work under the direction of a clearly articulated instructional model to guide teacher practice.
Tambrey PS is committed to our vision of Nurture, Inspire and Achieve.
Our school has a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and evidence-based practice.
We share high expectations of ourselves and our students.
Our school is community oriented and is well supported by our School Board and P&C.
We actively support and participate in the Karratha Education Network.
We maintain strong partnerships with parent groups, industry, local business, government agencies, not-for-profit organisations and Aboriginal Corporations working together to ensure a quality education for all students.
Location and Community
Tambrey PS is an Independent Public School, centrally located in the City of Karratha 1600km north-west of Perth.
Our school is part of the Pilbara Education Region and has recently celebrated its 35th anniversary.
The Pilbara has diverse cultural and environmental experiences from Exmouth to Broome to Tom Price.
Karratha offers a number of modern facilities and is one of the fastest growing towns in the north of Western Australia.
Known as 'Munjaree'- or the heart of the West Pilbara Coast - its size and central location make it the ideal base for exploring the natural delights of the area.
Millstream- Chichester National Park, Karijini National Park, Dampier Archipelago, Point Samson Peninsula and the Burrup Peninsula and Murujuga National Park - Karratha is the home of boating, camping and fishing.
Watch our Tambrey video here which captures the magic of the Pilbara for you
Iron and awe can be found in equal measure in Karratha.
Known for its iron ore operations, this is the gateway to the marine-life rich Dampier Archipelago, the world's most prolific prehistoric rich engraving site, Karijini's four-billion-year-old adventure playground and Millstream's Chichester National Park.
It's also one of the few locations where you can witness the Staircase to the Moon.
Karratha is a two-hour flight or a 16-hour road trip from Perth and a three-hour drive south of Port Hedland.
Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online .
The Role
We are looking for Teachers who can commence at Tambrey PS in Term 1, 2026.
In collaboration with the Principal and members of the Executive Team, suitable applicants will contribute to the implementation of the school's business plan and continue the work of the school's long-term vision.
Suitable applicants will ideally have the capacity to deliver high quality educational experiences that meet the needs of a diverse range of students, by implementing the WA Curriculum and Assessment Outline, along with the Education Linked to Families (ELF) in kindergarten.
We are seeking applicants who can become part of a professional learning community culture with a growth mindset and be open to accessing instructional coaching and mentoring to maximise student outcomes with ongoing analysis of student performance data and evidence-based differentiated best practice.
They will ideally have an understanding of high impact educational strategies and the capacity to influence, facilitate and lead change to improve student outcomes and adopt whole school programs and approaches to achieve this.
We highly value applicanta who possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school's values, ethos and priorities across the school community.
You will build positive relationships with students and be passionate about creating positive futures for students.
We are seeking performance driven individuals who utilise evidence based decision-making skills and work in a collaborative team.
Suitable applicants will ideally have experience delivering high quality programs and have a deep curriculum knowledge, with a particular focus on explicit instruction and a response-to-intervention model of instruction.
A thorough understanding of Cultural Responsiveness and English as an Additional Language / Dialect (EAL/D) processes would be an advantage.
The ability to build positive relationships is highly regarded.
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 District allowance of $9 449 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 Travel Concessions 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 Shiona Hobart, Principal on or emailing .
During the school holidays, please contact: Shiona Hobart , Brett Mullen or Beth Embleton .
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
NEW Application Process
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement.
The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position.
Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and Two (2) character limited written responses addressing two (2) AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
Click 'Apply for Job' 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.
Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help?
Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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/TCH
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 10 October 2025