This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027.

At East Hamilton Hill Primary School (PS), we pride ourselves on being the school of choice for families living in and around Hamilton Hill. We provide a caring and positive school environment for children in the local community. The school community has a strong sense of pride over the achievements of its students both in and out of the classroom and is constantly striving to provide the best education and social development for all students.

East Hamilton Hill PS has a vibrant community where lasting and collaborative partnerships are developed. Suitable applicants will ideally contribute to a positive team culture in our small school and enjoy the challenge of working at our school within the environment of ageing buildings. We have a strong sense of pride in the school community, grounds and culture. Parents and visitors often comment the school has a great feel to it, similar to a small country school where all staff, parents and students are known and acknowledged by all school community members.

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

The Role

As a Physical Education Specialist Teacher at East Hamilton Hill PS, you will ideally bring enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine interest in helping students develop positive lifelong habits through movement and physical activity. The successful applicant should provide engaging, inclusive and purposeful Physical Education programs from Kindergarten to Year 6, with a focus on supporting students of all abilities to participate, build confidence and experience success.

The role includes delivering the Physical Education curriculum across the school and contributing to broader approaches to student wellbeing, engagement and positive behaviour. Experience coordinating carnivals, whole-school sport programs, recess and lunchtime physical activity initiatives, or programs such as a Running Club would be highly regarded. The successful applicant will ideally enjoy creating opportunities that encourage participation, teamwork, goal setting and enjoyment of physical activity both within and beyond scheduled lessons.

Strong relationship-building and collaborative skills are highly valued, particularly when working with classroom teachers, specialist staff, administration, families and the wider school community. An interest in professional learning, coaching and collaborative planning is also highly regarded, along with good organisation and a willingness to contribute positively to the wider life of the 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 Sonya Roberts, Principal on (08) 9487 9300 or Sonya.Roberts@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 of up to three (3) 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/TCH1070092

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 Wednesday, 4 November 2026