This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed Early Childhood Education Teacher for a fixed term appointment with a possibility of extension and/or permanency beginning in term 2 this year. This would initially be for a year 2 class
The Redcliffe Primary School (PS) pedagogy and practice has become a way of life for many of our students and staff. Inspire. Nurture. Succeed are our key guiding beacons, and our teaching moral purpose of, ‘All of our actions and behaviours are focussed on student learning”, embodies everything we do each day.
Our school staff are committed to building positive relationships, with the motivation to pursue excellence. Our dedicated and professional staff maintain an environment which supports each child every day to achieve their personal best. We are committed to research-based pedagogy with explicit instruction at its core, coupled with a strong culture of collaboration which is authentic and practiced every day, with common year level DOTT (Duties other than Teaching) – the environment is one of trust and open communication. We have strong connections to our community and through our Early Childhood Education team we support families to engage in meaningful interactions with their children to improve developmental outcomes before beginning school.
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The Role
The successul applicant will ideally be passionate, motivated and skilled educators who are committed to our Early Years “playfully explicit” pedagogy. Applicants should have excellent knowledge and experience in teaching phonological awareness, phonics and oral language as well as experience and success in facilitating community engagement and supporting families to be their child’s first and best teachers, initially in a Year 2 context.
It is highly desirable that applicants are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. Applicants should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards.
We are seeking applicants who are innovative and possess high quality teaching skills and knowledge. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, seek and accept feedback, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators with a passion to continually improve outcomes and school readiness for our youngest students and families.
Professional Benefits
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 Mark Hendon, Principal on 08 6218 2600 or Mark.Hendon@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 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 (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to three (3) 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 five (5) 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/TCH959509
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 Friday, 4 April 2025
