Pingrup Primary School (PS) is a small rural school approximately 360km south-east of Perth where individual education, with caring and attentive one-to-one instruction, is highly valued by the Pingrup community. Our motto is 'Striving Together - Reaching Higher'.All students from Kindergarten to Year 6 display cooperative learning skills and participate effectively in student focused integrated learning opportunities. The multi-aged classrooms are well catered for with a collaborative approach to whole school programmes and planning, including whole school events.Find out more about our school by visiting .The RoleAre you a passionate and motivated teacher who thrives on building strong relationships and creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students? If so, we would love to hear from you.At Pingrup PS, you will be a highly valued member of our small, dedicated team. We are a culturally responsive and inclusive school, committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed and to foster a lifelong love of learning.We take pride in using evidence-based programs to support our students’ success, including:
InitiaLit in the early years to build strong foundations in literacy.
MacqLit and MiniLit for targeted intervention to ensure every child makes progress.
Stepping Stones Mathematics to deliver engaging, hands-on maths learning aligned to curriculum expectations.
In this role, you will be supported with high-quality professional development and encouraged to continue growing your teaching practice. Collaboration and professional learning are at the heart of our work, and we are seeking a teacher who is committed to making a difference, not just in the classroom but as part of our vibrant school community.If you are passionate about inspiring curiosity, building connections, and making an impact in the lives of children, we invite you to join our team. .Professional BenefitsWorking 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
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
Free relocation
Find out more about the benefits by visiting .For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachersEligible 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 .*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 Nerida Campbell, Principal on (08) 6851 4700 or emailing .Equity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must:
hold an eligible
. * 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 . * apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
consent to a
and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.Application InstructionsAll 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 documentsYour application should include:
A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the
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 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: SS/TCH992256Suitable 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.
