We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) 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.

Yarralinka Primary School (PS) is located in the growing community of Southern River and caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our motto, “Young People, Big Potential,” reflects our belief that every student can succeed when supported through strong relationships, high expectations and quality teaching. Our school community is culturally diverse and highly collaborative. We focus on developing the whole child — academically, socially, emotionally and physically — while ensuring students feel a strong sense of belonging. Our staff work as a cohesive team with a shared responsibility for the success of every student. Consistent teaching practices, strong relationships with families and a commitment to ongoing improvement underpin our work.

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

The Role

Yarralinka PS is a thriving and rapidly growing public school where passionate educators have the opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact. As a relatively new school, our systems, culture and reputation have been intentionally built around one clear purpose – ensuring every student achieves success through outstanding teaching and strong relationships.

Joining Yarralinka PS means becoming part of a supportive, ambitious and highly collaborative team that values continuous improvement, innovation and shared success. Our staff are committed to learning from one another through coaching, mentoring, collaborative planning and reflective practice, creating an environment where teachers are supported to continually grow and develop their expertise.

We are a school that believes consistency matters. Our commitment to low-variance teaching ensures every student experiences high-quality instruction regardless of their classroom. Staff work together to implement agreed whole-school approaches that maximise student outcomes, including Talk for Writing, Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) lesson models, daily reviews, Spelling Mastery and a problem-solving approach to Mathematics. These evidence-informed practices are embedded within a collaborative, data-driven plan–teach–assess cycle, enabling teachers to refine their practice and make informed decisions that improve student learning.

At Yarralinka PS, you won't be expected to work in isolation. You will be part of a strong Professional Learning Community where collaboration is embedded into the way we work. Teachers regularly engage in collaborative planning, moderation, lesson design, data analysis, coaching and professional learning to continually strengthen teaching practice and improve outcomes for every student. We have high expectations of ourselves and each other, believing that every child can achieve at high levels when provided with excellent teaching.

Teaching at Yarralinka PS also provides exciting opportunities that are unique to a growing school. Staff have genuine opportunities to influence whole-school improvement, contribute to innovative practices, develop leadership capability and help shape the future direction of our school. Whether you are an early career teacher looking for strong support or an experienced educator seeking new challenges and leadership opportunities, Yarralinka PS offers an environment where you can thrive professionally.

We are ideally seeking enthusiastic, reflective and relational educators who genuinely enjoy working with others and are committed to making a positive difference. Suitable applicants should value building strong partnerships with students, families and colleagues, embrace feedback and continuous improvement, and bring a positive, flexible and solution-focused mindset to their work. Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to contribute beyond your own classroom are highly valued.

If you are looking for a school where collaboration is authentic, professional growth is prioritised, leadership is shared, and every member of staff is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for students, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Yarralinka PS community.

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 Chris Burgess, Principal, on (08) 9391 4340 or emailing christopher.burgess2@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.

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.

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 four (4) 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/TCH1060639

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 7 August 2026