We are seeking to establish a pool of K-6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Currambine Primary School (PS) is a level six school located approximately 25 kilometres north of the Perth CBD with an enrolment of over 700 students. The school opened in 1997 and is close to community services and resources including public transport and the freeway. The school has a high-performance culture, is continually striving for excellence, provides ongoing professional learning and coaching to ensure that the needs of our students and staff are well met.

Our staff work as a dedicated team collaborating in professional learning communities that deliver learning programs consistent with well-defined whole school approaches to pedagogy. The staff have a proactive, can-do approach to innovation and problem solving and pride themselves on providing an environment where each child is responded to in an inclusive manner and encouraged to reach their academic potential, grow their leadership capacity, and develop the skills to manage their own health and wellbeing.

Find out more about our school by visiting currambineps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally display a strong understanding of evidence-informed teaching and learning practices, including the effective use of a balanced literacy approach, formative assessment, and differentiated instruction to enhance student learning outcomes. Applicants should be committed to delivering high-quality literacy and numeracy programs and working collaboratively with colleagues to continuously refine and strengthen instructional practice. Knowledge and experience in the systematic teaching of phonological awareness and synthetic phonics, the Science of Reading, Talk for Writing, and hands-on approaches to Mathematics would be highly regarded.

Suitable applicants should be reflective practitioners who are committed to ongoing professional growth and contribute positively to a culture of continuous improvement. They will ideally actively engage in the school’s professional learning programs, collaborative inquiry processes, classroom observation practices, and coaching and mentoring opportunities that support both individual and collective excellence.

At Currambine PS, teachers are encouraged to contribute beyond their classroom through active participation in school improvement initiatives, leadership opportunities, and collaborative decision-making processes. Applicants who display the capacity to lead, influence, and contribute to whole-school priorities while fostering positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider school community will be highly valued.

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 Lainie Beccegato, Principal on (08) 6207 6100 or by emailing Lainie.Beccegato@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Lainie Beccegato by emailing Lainie.Beccegato@education.wa.edu.au.

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

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 two (2) 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1059104

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 31 July 2026.