This is a permanent part-time (0.2 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Australind Primary School (PS) has a proud 35-year history and now caters for approximately 190 Kindy to Year 6 students. We enjoy strong links with other local schools, including Australind Senior High School adjacent to our property. This creates unique opportunities for our students and enhances the quality of our programs. We have specialist staff in Languages other than English (LOTE) - Japanese, performing arts, physical education, and information technology. In addition, selected students in Year 5 and 6 are able to access instrumental music on site.

As an Independent Public School, we enjoy flexibilities which enable us to make the best decisions to suit our students. We have a strong School Board, a proactive Parent and Citizen's group and a great many volunteers through programs such as the School Volunteer Program and Hands Up for Kids. Our school chaplain provides additional support for many families and coordinates our popular school breakfast program.

Our school has adopted the 'Choose Respect' initiative and staff have committed to supporting students, each other, and the broader community to further develop a culture of care and consideration. Our relatively small size is a feature we cherish, as we have the opportunity to get to know our students very well and can cater to their individual needs.

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

The Role

Australind PS is seeking a Japanese Language Teacher with strong communication skills and a passion for delivering engaging language lessons. If a suitable Japanese Language Teacher cannot be appointed, the school will also consider applications from suitably qualified teachers with the ability to teach Auslan.

As a valued member of our team, we envision you as a conscientious, flexible and innovative educator who is deeply committed to the holistic development of every student. The successful applicant will ideally be motivated, possess the ability to teach Japanese (or Auslan, should a suitable Japanese teacher not be appointed) and have knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum.

You will deliver a differentiated curriculum that meets the diverse needs of all students, with the expectation that every student can achieve their potential. We highly value teachers who aspire to academic excellence and are committed to high-quality teaching and learning.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Justin Grasso, Principal on (08) 9796 3900 or emailing Justin.Grasso@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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 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 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/TCH1072145

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 November 2026