This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Yalgoo Primary School (PS), which was established in 1897, is one of eight schools in the Murchison cluster of the Mid West Education District. It is approximately 220 kilometres from Geraldton. The closest schools are Mullewa District High School, Morawa Agricultural School and Mt Magnet District High School.
The students are catered for in two multi age groups (MAGS) classrooms. Staff use a collaborative approach to curriculum delivery and this, with the Aboriginal Literacy Strategy (ALS), is ensuring student's needs are met.
The grounds are attractive and the basketball court, covered area, playground and school oval are well used throughout the year. The new play areas of thermoplastic designs with letters and numbers are on the verandahs outside Room 2, the Library and Room 4 teaching areas.
The school is supported by a small but dedicated group of parents who participate in the School Council. Community spirit is strong, and this is reflected in the local presence at school functions. The school works collaboratively with the Shire of Yalgoo and Mullewa Employment Economic Development Aboriginal Corporation.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online
The Role
We are looking for a Early Childhood Teacher that is passionate about helping our indigenous population. We will offer all the necessary training to ensure the person appointed is able to progress their career further. Graduate teachers are encouraged to apply to work in a beautiful little town with fantastic students.
The successful applicant should be highly motivated and dedicated to raising literacy and numeracy achievement, as well as fostering social and emotional skills, through the effective use of whole-school approaches, explicit teaching and a commitment to the National Quality Standards.
The successful applicant should possess the ability to create an effective, engaging and inclusive learning environment based on high expectations. You should have an understanding of appropriate assessments and be able to use data to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching programs, set targets and plan for differentiated learning opportunities for all students in their class.
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:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 per year
- District allowance of $3 210 a year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave.
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
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 Kevin Mcdonald, Principal on (08) 9962 0400 or emailing Kevin.Mcdonald@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Kevin on 0419 113 893.
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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 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: SS/TCH937011
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 Tuesday, 14 January 2025
