We are seeking to establish a pool of Teachers - K-6 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 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Port Kennedy Primary School (PS) every student is given opportunities to be their best and experience personal excellence. We strive to create a restorative culture in which every student experiences a sense of belonging to the school community. We run a Breakfast Club each morning in our Community Hub where all of our 370 students are welcome. We focus our classroom, playground and whole school approach on the WA Positive Behaviour Support Model (PBS). Our core values are Be Resilient, Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be Your Best. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively, leveraging their strengths and areas of interest to create a strong and positive school culture focused on continuous improvement.
Find out more about our school by visiting Port Kennedy Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants will ideally be highly organised, have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively. Suitable applicants will join passionate and experienced staff members who provide a broad and inspiring curriculum that challenges and meets the learning needs of our students, with an emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy.
We are seeking applicants who actively support current whole school processes and who are committed to their ongoing professional development whilst providing an enriched, supportive and engaging classroom environment with a focus on high quality teaching and learning to improve student outcomes.
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 Bec Stewart, Principal on (08) 9553 0950 or emailing rebecca.stewart2@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Bec Stewart on 0405 211 073.
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 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 four (4) 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/TCH964908
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 24 April 2025
