Applicants from the previous process IPS/TCH980397 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher – Primary for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. 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

Oakwood Primary School opened as an Independent Public School for Kindergarten and Pre Primary students in January 2018, servicing the suburbs of Meadow Springs, Madora Bay and San Remo. Students up to Year 6 began attending in 2019. The school is committed to the education department vison of ‘every student, every classroom, every day’ and staff provide a dynamic learning environment that is positive, inclusive and underpinned by strong values.

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

The Role

We are ideally seeking professional, enthusiastic and team orientated teachers to work collaboratively with the leadership team and school community to expand our contemporary and distinctive school with a child focused identity. Our school is engaged with Teach Well Professional Learning to enhance our high impact explicit instruction in English and Mathematics and our classroom practice reflects this. Teachers who have completed Teach Well professional learning are encouraged to apply.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic educational team and join our school with the vision ‘children are the heart of our school’ and ethos that reflects the area, the community and most importantly, the needs of our children. The suitable applicants would be part of a hardworking team that has built a school culture that is positive, inclusive and extends young minds. Suitable applicants will ideally have strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work cooperatively with all others to create and maintain a welcoming and vibrant environment for students and families. A willingness to support the development of our school through taking on additional roles beyond the classroom and a commitment to weekly meetings would be valued.

Suitable applicants should consistently implement whole school approaches in teaching and learning, ensuring students are at the centre of everything we do, as we bring innovation and diverse learning experiences to every child. Sound curriculum knowledge and strong pedagogical skills in literacy, numeracy and developing the whole child are highly regarded.

The suitable applicants should have the innovation, capacity and passion to work collaboratively in a team environment, embracing classroom observation, feedback, modelling and coaching.

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 William Davis, Principal on (08) 9586 7600 or emailing William.Davis@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/TCH1060845

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 30 July 2026