Teacher - K

Government of Western Australia

  • Australia
  • $85,610-124,046 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.1-1.0
Location: Coogee
Closing Date: 2025-09-12 4:30 PM
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-We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher - K-6 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.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 SchoolThere is a strong collegial culture of mutual trust amongst staff and parents are treated as partners in the promotion of student learning and wellbeing. The school works to maintain a learning environment that is safe, respectful, tolerant, inclusive and that promotes intellectual rigour.Our school motto is ‘Knowledge is Wealth’ and our vision is to be a school dedicated to providing a high-quality education in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment, and that inspires a life-long love of learning, empowering students to become valuable contributors to the world around them. Through this shared vision we seek to engage students in a learning environment that builds upon existing skills and knowledge and motivates them to pursue goals and achieve their personal best.Staff members at our school are required to model the school values of kindness, respect, courage, honesty, responsibility and excellence.Find out more about our school by visiting orThe RoleWe have adopted seven key practice principles that govern what we do. Suitable applicants will ideally be able to display the following practices:
  • High expectations for every student promotes intellectual, behavioural and social and emotional engagement.
  • A supportive and productive learning environment promotes inclusion and collaboration.
  • Differentiated and engaging teaching that follows a structured, rigorous approach including quality feedback improves student outcomes.
  • Knowledge of content allows for purposeful and engaging learning experiences.
  • Evidence-based strategies drive professional practice improvement.
  • Partnerships with families, communities and agencies support the educational engagement of every student.
  • Active partnerships promote and support student and staff wellbeing.
The ability to use differentiated and engaging teaching that follows a structured, rigorous approach including quality feedback improves student outcomes is highly desirable. Suitable applicants should use evidence-based strategies to drive professional practice improvement. They will ideally form partnerships with families, communities and agencies support the educational engagement of every student. This active partnership between teachers, parents and the community promotes and supports student and staff wellbeing.Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting .Want to know more?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Paul Burke, Principal, on (08) 6595 4900 or emailingEquity 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 InstructionsNEW Application ProcessThis 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
  • 2 character limited written responses addressing 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 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: IPS/TCH992566The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

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