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.

Baldivis Primary School is a rapidly growing semi-rural residential suburb 46 kilometres south of Perth. Our school has a proud tradition serving the Baldivis community for over 100 years.

Our values are reflected through our school motto of “We Care.”

Culture – we establish a positive and encouraging culture that inspires learning and confidence. We advance student learning by having excellent teaching in every classroom and believe all students have the capacity to be successful.

Achievement – we have high expectations of our students and ourselves. We set high standards of achievement, and we motivate and engage students to reach ambitious goals and to be adaptive to change.

Relationships – we treat all individuals with care and our relationships are based on trust, mutual respect and acceptance of responsibility.

Every Student – We strive to support every student to be an enthusiastic learner.

Our 2027 – 2029 Business Plan will emphasise every student deserves to learn in a calm and engaging environment where high-quality teaching and learning are prioritised. 

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

The Role

Aligning with our Positive Behaviour Support philosophy, we are seeking confident, adaptable, respectful and enthusiastic K-6 teachers who are committed to unlocking the learning potential of every student. We are looking for teachers who are confident in their practice, adaptable in their mindset, respectful in their relationships and enthusiastic about learning.

The successful applicants will ideally have:

• Strong experience in building genuine, respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues, supported by strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A sound knowledge of evidence based, high impact teaching practices and the ability to use these to maximise student learning, engagement and well-being.
• Strong skills in establishing calm, positive and inclusive learning environments, supported by effective positive behaviour strategies and consistent classroom routines.
• The capacity to work collaboratively, use student data to inform planning and teaching and refine practice to maximise outcomes for students.
• The capacity to be adaptable and enthusiastic learners who embrace coaching, observation and feedback to continually strengthen professional practice.

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 Tom Burke, Principal on (08) 9523 5700 or emailing tom.burke@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Tom Burke by emailing tom.burke@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 four (4) 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 three (3) 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/TCH1062965

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 October 2026