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

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.  

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

At Yale Primary School (PS), we focus on preparing your child academically, through practising 'respect, responsibility, caring for others and being our best'. It is more than a motto, it is the grounds for quality teaching, student success and an engaged community. Our school believes children are the centre of our school community and a place where your child feels safe and happy while enjoying the most important years of their education.

We encourage our students to be their best, caring, responsible and respectful, by following the example of our dedicated staff

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

The Role

We are seeking primary teachers who ideally pursue excellence in teaching, have high expectations, and who truly believe that all children can learn and be successful.  Applicants should be committed to putting students first in their decision-making and provide purposeful and relevant learning experiences that cater for differentiated student learning needs as outlined in the Western Australian Curriculum.

You will ideally deliver motivating and quality educational programs and believe that exemplary, evidence-based teaching practices informed by data lead to successful students and high standards of achievement. Suitable applicants should display experience in whole-school approaches to teaching and learning, including programs such as UFLI, Talk for Writing, and Stepping Stones Mathematics. Additionally, suitable applicants will ideally have experience with class instructional models that use explicit teaching and gradual release of responsibility to support learning.

Suitable applicants should have experience supporting culturally diverse students in a community with high numbers of Aboriginal and English as an Additional Language/Dialect students at Yale PS. This would include the use of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies at the class level as well as evidence of supporting and improving engagement and attendance for vulnerable students.

Suitable applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relationships with staff in order to collaborate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to improve student outcomes.  Applicants should be committed to fostering and maintaining positive communication and relationships between students, parents, and the wider community.

At Yale PS we provide high-quality learning opportunities for students to fulfil their academic, creative, social, and physical potential. Students engage in rich, diverse, and challenging experiences, empowering them to become resilient and responsible future citizens.

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 Jason Shapcott, Principal on (08) 9312 4800 or emailing Jason.Shapcott@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Jason Shapcott on Jason.Shapcott@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

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.  

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): 
  • Professional Knowledge
  • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

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/TCH1067041

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 8 October 2026