This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension (27 months)
Please note the tenure of this position can be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Jigalong Remote Community School (RCS) is an Aboriginal community located 170 kilometres east of Newman on the edge of The Great Sandy Desert. On the western side of the Rabbit Proof Fence, this is the Pilbara community which gained international recognition with the 2002 film of the same name. Jigalong Remote Community School is a Kindergarden - Year 12 (K-12) school and part of the Remote Teaching Service. It is located just 2 hours drive east of Newman, where all essential services can be accessed. The school enjoys excellent relations with the Martu community.
Currently, the school has a team of 6 dedicated teachers, in addition to several Aboriginal and Indigenous Education Officers and Education Assistants, a school officer, gardener, and a cook. Jigalong RCS has well-established routines and processes that facilitate a positive and safe environment for our students. Within the community of Jigalong, there are many service providers, including an excellent health clinic, a permanently staffed police station, a shop, a youth centre, and a ranger station. All teachers' houses are located in the same area, away from the centre of the community. It is a quiet and safe place to live.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online
The Role
Jigalong RCS is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher to work with all of our four classes on a daily basis. Whilst we are a K – 12 school, the majority of our students are in the range of Kindy to Year 8. Class sizes are generally between 10 and 15 students. We are looking for the right person to join our team of dedicated teachers so we can be flexible on your specialist subject areas.
If you are willing and able to teach just two (2) of any of the subjects listed below, then please consider applying for this role.
- Physical Education
- Health
- Music
- Art
- Science
- Humanities and Social Science
- Technology
- Information Technology
To be successful in this role, you will be an enthusiastic and cheerful teacher who prioritises student well-being and participation. The successful appplicant will ideally be flexible and able to adapt quickly to evolving situations. Along with engaging students in innovative and inclusive activities, you will value developing and fostering relations with families and the wider Aboriginal community to improve your students' educational outcomes. As our students are Martu speakers, a willingness to develop your teaching of English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) students and being culturally responsible is essential.
The role is initially for the remainder of 2025, with the potential for extension.
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:
- Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20 870 a year
- District allowance of $9 299 a year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- Free Housing
- Free relocation
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
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?
Please contact James Giddings, Principal on 0431 017 023 or emailing james.giddings@education.wa.edu.au for an informal discussion around the role, your subject area and potential for growth in more depth.
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 CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Your CV should demonstrate your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
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/TCH960583
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, 11 April 2025
