We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Support Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 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

Are you motivated by the opportunity to work in a great school?

Meadow Springs Meadow Springs Education Support Centre (ESC) caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 who have an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism. Currently we have 97 students in our school from K-6. Based on current enrolments, 90% of our students have a primary diagnosis of Autism and 60% of our students have complex communication needs. The Education Support Centre has 10 classrooms that are integrated throughout the Meadow Springs school site. At Meadow Springs ESC our shared belief is that we are two schools but one School Community, to which all staff, students and parents belong.

Find out more about our school by visiting Meadow Springs Education Support Centre or Schools Online.

The Role

At Meadow Springs ESC we believe that every student is unique!  Learning should be purposeful, differentiated and provide every child with the support they need to engage positively in their learning program. We are a Positive Behaviour Support School (PBS) which means we focus on the positive and believe in explicitly teaching the behaviours (academic and social) that we expect from our students. Teachers are expected to work within a positive school’s framework to teach, shape and reinforce positive behaviours.

We are seeking Education Support Teachers who ideally take personal responsibility for their impact and model calm, regulated, and compassionate behaviour, especially in moments of challenge. They should understand that professional conduct is not defined by perfection, but by reflection and the ability to repair. These educators would engage regularly in feedback and coaching, viewing growth as a shared and ongoing endeavour.

Our staff are expected to possess a preparedness to collaborate with and support other colleagues in the development and implementation of the school’s curriculum. This may include ensuring access to the curriculum for all students, inclusive of their individual needs. Staff commitment to implementing whole-school curriculum policies and programs in English, Maths and Health & Wellbeing, would be highly regarded. At present, staff should support students in accessing and progressing through the Foundation Skills program, Top Ten maths, Promoting Literacy Development (PLD), Peggy Lego fine motor/pre-writing skills, utilising AAC supports such as PODD/visuals and differentiating programs such as SDERA and Protective Behaviours.

Each class has a team of education assistants that work with the teacher to support the learning needs of the students. Teachers should actively lead and support the staff in their team. This may include coordinating weekly meetings, providing training, and providing performance-based feedback (positive and constructive). The desire to invest in developing positive working relationships with students, parents and colleagues is a key focus for all staff at our school.

Professional Benefits

Working 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 professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Gwen Evans, Principal, on (08) 9584 7450 or emailing Gwen.Evans@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Gwen Evans on 0403 828 660.

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 2021-2025 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
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
  • Professional Knowledge
  • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1064602

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 8 October 2026