This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible
O'Connor Primary School (PS) is a friendly school that values the support and participation of the school community. The staff are dedicated and enthusiastic in their endeavour to ensure the best outcomes possible for every student. This is epitomised in the school motto 'Friendship and Achievement' which drives the school’s values program which also focuses on Inclusion and Respect (FAIR). O'Connor Primary School has a strong focus on Restorative Practice.
The school is well resourced with many new buildings and ICT being placed into classrooms. We have several purpose-built rooms to cater for science and music which complement the general teaching classrooms. The grounds are well developed, and several areas are designed for specific age groups.
O'Connor is in Kalgoorlie-Boulder and was named after Charles Yelverton O'Connor (CYO), the Chief Engineer for Western Australia from 1891 until his death in 1902. CYO designed and, for the most part, guided the construction of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme that first brought water to Kalgoorlie in 1903, as it does today.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder has a population of over 30,000 and lies 600 km east of Perth. It is primarily a mining and service city. O'Connor PS was constructed in 1996 and has grown steadily to reach a population of over 800 students from Kindergarten to Year Six.
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Find out more about our school by visiting www.oconnorps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a Primary Teacher. The successful applicant should have the ability to work independently in a range of school settings, with a high level of interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will adopt a flexible approach to their working day, and embrace the opportunity to work within a diverse and changing environment.
O’Connor PS has a strong and positive reputation in the community. Suitable applicants will be expected to work collaboratively using the WA Curriculum, Early Years Learning Framework and ICT to create learning environments that are differentiated, challenging, supportive and creative to cater for a range of needs for all students. All teaching and learning programs you offer will promote dignity and respect for the learner with a strong focus in Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and values education.
The successful applicant will ideally support the implementation of the school business plan, to work and teach in a team environment, be committed to whole school approaches and initiatives and have a strong evidence based teaching approach. The learning environment you create should be differentiated, challenging, caring, and creative and cater for the range of needs which will see all students achieving and progressing.
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 $8 020 a year
- District allowance of $2 354 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
- additional travel concession
- Free relocation
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Following the registration of the new School Education Act Employees’ (Teachers and Administrators) General Agreement 2023, please be aware that some allowance rates may change.
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.
Mobility appointments for permanent, metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible on IKON.
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Damien Dickinson, Principal on 08 9068 5200 or emailing Damien.Dickinson@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
- 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 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: IPS/TCH965809
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 Thursday, 8 May 2025
