We are seeking to establish a pool of K-6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Clarkson Primary School (PS) celebrates a rich cultural diversity with a high proportion of our students from language backgrounds other than English. Approximately 17% of our students are of Indigenous background.
Our school is supported by a Student Wellbeing Officer, Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer and School Psychologist.
Staff at Clarkson PS are committed to the development of the whole child and place students at the centre of all planning. Our school board remains representative of the school and the wider community and plays a major governance role in the school embracing and supporting the student centred approach on which the school bases its operations. Clarkson PS also maintains an active Parents and Citizens Association and continues to develop initiatives that encourage the parent community to contribute to engage with the school.
Find out more about our school by visiting clarksonprimaryschool.com.au or Schools Online
The Role
Are you passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment? We are seeking a dedicated educator with expertise in literacy programs and student wellbeing to join our team.
We are actively seeking teachers with exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As a primary teacher you would promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development.
Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued. This includes:
- Deliver high-quality literacy instruction using Sounds Write and Heggerty programs.
- Support students in developing emotional regulation skills through evidence-based strategies.
- Implement restorative behaviour management practices to foster a positive classroom culture.
- Promote cultural inclusivity, ensuring all students feel valued and represented.
- Build strong relationships with families to support student learning and wellbeing.
- Ability to create a safe, inclusive and trauma informed classroom environment.
As a member of our team, you would leverage high-impact teaching strategies and showcase experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs. An understanding of differentiation to meet diverse student needs is highly valued, along with proficiency in utilising various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.
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 Sarah Chaloner, Principal, on (08) 6207 5200 or email Sarah.Chaloner@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.
- 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
- Compete 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 four (4) 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/TCH957618
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 March 2025
