We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Quinns Beach Primary School (PS), we are proud to foster an inclusive, nurturing environment where students are encouraged to Dream, Explore, and Discover. Our school motto reflects our commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of every child—preparing them for success throughout life.
We provide a well-rounded education that promotes personal growth, academic achievement, and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated staff work in close partnership with students, families, and the wider school community to ensure every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This vision is embedded in our Business Plan 2025–2027 and underpinned by our Positive Expectation values of Caring, Respectful, Resilient, and Successful.
Find out more about our school by visiting quinnsbeachps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
At Quinns Beach PS, we cultivate a positive and collaborative culture grounded in a shared responsibility for delivering high-quality educational experiences. Our programs are aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum, with a strong focus on student engagement, wellbeing, and academic success.
Our year-level teaching teams work in a collaborative environment to design and implement programs that ensure success for every student. We place a strong emphasis on building meaningful connections with families, recognising the importance of their engagement in their child’s learning journey.
We are seeking applicants who demonstrate the attributes of effective team members—individuals who are passionate, emotionally intelligent, and committed to ongoing professional growth. Candidates should embrace and model our school's positive behaviour expectations in all aspects of school life and professional practice.
The school was recently engaged in the School of Excellence in the Explicit Teaching of Literacy and currently participates in the Department of Education’s Phonics Initiative. We are committed to embedding evidence-based teaching practices across all learning areas. Suitable applicants will be able to clearly articulate how their instructional practices align with the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact framework and how these strategies contribute to improved student outcomes.
It is highly desirable for suitable applicants to demonstrate how they effectively use data to inform teaching, guide assessment, and support accurate reporting. Familiarity with our whole-school approaches is highly desirable.
These approaches include:
- Data analysis and lines of inquiry
- Structured literacy and numeracy blocks
- The Resilience Project
- Positive Expectations framework
- Heggerty Phonemic Awareness
- Letters and Sounds/Spelling Origins
- Talk for Writing
- Explicit instruction in reading fluency and comprehension
We welcome passionate educators to apply who are eager to contribute to a dynamic learning environment and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.
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 Kathryn Meyer, Principal on (08) 9561 7400 or Kathryn.Meyer@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 five (5) 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 two (2) 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/TCH971967
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 June 2025
