This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Harvey Primary School (PS) is located in the South West of Western Australia. It has a student population of around 255 students including many from diverse backgrounds. Harvey PS is committed to establishing a community in which everybody feels valued and where individual differences are appreciated and accepted. Positive links exist between the school, the home and the wider community to foster respect and sensitivity in providing a challenging and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.harveyprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Harvey PS is seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to join our high-performing regional school community.
We’re looking for an educator with outstanding interpersonal skills—someone who communicates effectively and builds authentic, respectful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. You will be confident in quickly establishing a positive, inclusive classroom culture where high expectations, a growth mindset, and student wellbeing are prioritised.
The ideal candidate should be an exemplary practitioner, motivated to deliver evidence-based teaching practices and committed to ongoing professional growth. They will thrive in a collaborative environment where whole-school connected practice and team-based planning drive success.
In this role, you'll be expected to use high-impact teaching strategies and demonstrate experience in developing engaging literacy and numeracy programs. A sound understanding of differentiation and the ability to use a range of assessment tools to monitor student progress, provide meaningful feedback, and inform planning is highly valued.
For the remainder of this year, the successful applicant will teach a Year 4/5 class. In 2026, the role is likely to transition to a junior primary class.
At Harvey PS, we implement programs including Trek Maths, Heggerty, UFLI, Sound Waves, and Talk for Writing. While prior knowledge of these is desirable, it is not essential.
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:
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- free relocation
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 Claire Barbosa, Principal on (08) 9782 3200 or claire.barbosa@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 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 five (5) 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/TCH974810
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, 13 June 2025
