This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
As the largest remote community school in the state, La Grange Remote Community School (RCS) caters to the educational needs of all school-aged children in the Bidyadanga community, and classes range from Pre-Kindergarten (0–3-year-olds) to Year 12.
In addition to a strong commitment to developing the literacy and numeracy skills of its students, La Grange RCS offers a diverse range of specialist programs across all year levels including Music, Art, Physical Education and Information and Communication Technology and a focus on cultural learning, particularly the provision of Language classes.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally be a highly motivated, innovative Secondary Teacher with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Ideally, the learning environment you create will be challenging and caring, culturally responsive and cater for the range of needs and abilities which will see all students achieving their potential.
The successful applicant should be prepared to participate in whole school and phase planning as well as collaborative and curriculum teams. It is highly desirable that applicants show a high level of collaborative practice to enable effective participation and engagement within the school. This includes the ability to utilise data and evidence including student achievement data, peer, coach, line manager and student feedback to inform teaching practice that meets the needs of students. This is in-line with professional learning community practices.
Knowledge of the Kimberley Schools Project (KSP), Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI), Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework and Stronger Smarter Philosophy is highly desirable. Complementing this knowledge is the ability to understand trauma-informed practice and how this impacts the way in which we teach in a remote context. Knowledge of the Bidyadanga and broader Kimberley context is also desirable.
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 $18 120 a year
- District Allowance of $7 436 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1 595 see info below
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
- Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
- Free GROH housing
- Airconditioning Subsidy
- Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
- Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
- Vehicle relocation
Teachers and School Administrators employed at La Grange Remote Community School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1 595 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
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?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Stephen Traynor, Principal on (08) 9193 4100 or emailing stephen.traynor@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 three (3) 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: SS/TCH973123
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.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 June 2025
