This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Are you ready to make a real difference in a school that’s going places?
Wilson Park Primary School (PS) is a small but mighty school in Collie, currently on a rapid improvement journey. Having recently completed the Centre for Excellence in the Explicit Teaching of Literacy program, we are now seeking a passionate Specialist Teacher to join our team and be part of something exciting.
This role is more than just teaching; it offers the chance to make a significant impact on student outcomes within a close-knit, community-oriented school, access leadership opportunities in a supportive environment that values initiative and innovation, teach in a school committed to explicit instruction, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), and consistent whole-school routines that create the conditions for success, and be part of a collaborative staff team driving sustained improvement and witnessing the results.
Wilson Park PS is nestled in the growing town of Collie, surrounded by scenic rivers, lakes, and world-class walking and mountain bike trails. It’s the perfect balance of professional fulfilment and lifestyle appeal.
If you're committed to excellence in teaching and want to be part of a high-impact team, we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online
The Role
We are looking for a Primary Specialist Teacher, whether it be Art, Science, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), or something else—let us know! We are open to fulfilling this role with multiple candidates, provided they are the right fit. Applicants should also indicate what FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) they are looking for, as we are open to flexible arrangements.
The successful applicant should possess the capacity to provide a learning environment that is caring, engaging, and differentiated to cater for a range of learning needs. The successful applicant should also have a good understanding of, and ability to deliver, the Western Australian Primary Curriculum and apply current evidence-based research to classroom practice. We are looking for applicants who ideally have strong classroom management and PBS skills to successfully engage students in their learning.
You should be committed to ongoing self-reflection, expanding your knowledge, and improving practices through working collaboratively with your colleagues and embedding whole school practices. We are looking for applicants whose approach will ideally be flexible and adaptive, as you understand the nuances and implications for your teaching, as you get to know your students, their families, and communities.
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:
- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 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
- 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 Jennifer McCarthy, Principal on (08) 9735 9300 or emailing jennifer.mccarthy@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 three (3) 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: IPS/TCH978087
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 Monday, 30 June 2025
