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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. 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

Armadale Primary School (PS) is a Public Independent School which is located in the foothills of Armadale, 28km south-east of Perth CBD and caters for children in Kindergarten to Year 6. At Armadale PS our specialist and highly qualified, motivated and experienced teachers and education assistants work as a unified team to offer the very best educational opportunities for its 429 students.

The schools architecturally designed brick buildings are built on nine levels and surrounded by picturesque natural bushland. Outside playgrounds offer students a physical challenge and have shade protection. Our basketball court, interactive ground markings and oval allow students the opportunity to test and develop their skills in a range of sports.

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

The Role

Suitable applicants should have the capacity to work effectively within a collaborative professional learning community. They will ideally engage purposefully in shared planning, resource development, professional dialogue and moderation processes, contributing to consistent classroom practice across the school and reduced variation across year-level cohorts.

They will also ideally possess a strong instructional skill set and a sound understanding of effective lesson design, aligned with the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact approach. Applicants should have the ability to deliver explicit, direct instruction, supported by daily review, clear learning intentions and success criteria. Through regular checks for understanding, timely feedback and reflective practice, they will support students to understand what they are learning, how successfully they are learning, and the next steps required to move their learning forward. 

Familiarity with programs such as Talk for Writing, PLD Spelling and Maths Hero would be highly regarded.

Suitable applicants should be data-informed in their practice and have the ability to differentiate learning to cater for a wide range of academic, social and emotional needs. The ability to work closely and effectively with Education Assistants would be very beneficial.

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 Trent Pattison-Knight, Principal on (08) 9391 4500 or emailing Trent.Pattison@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/TCH1062849

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 3 September 2026