This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Yealering Primary School (PS) is an inspiring rural school located between the three larger centres of Corrigin, Narrogin and Pingelly in the heart of the Upper Great Southern Wheatbelt. Our students are focused; behaviour is exemplary, and a nurturing culture supports individual student needs.
We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Central to our school's purpose is high quality explicit teaching and learning across all curriculum areas with a strong focus on English and Mathematics. Our school is renowned for professional staff and a strong commitment to giving each child the best educational opportunities.
At Yealering PS the rich, harmonious, and friendly tone of the students, parents, families, and the broader community bring together the perfect atmosphere for a student to establish a sense of belonging, enhance learning opportunities and thrive toward their goals.
An Australian driver’s license and your own transport would be desirable as suitable housing may be located in neighbouring communities/towns.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.
The Role
As a primary Teacher at Yealering PS, the successful applicant should possess professional knowledge, practices and experience to deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to our Year 2-6 multi-age classroom and Kindergarten - Year 6 (K-6) as a provider of Duties other than teaching (DOTT). You will ideally promptly develop an understanding of each individual student, set high expectations, cultivate a growth mindset while catering for their academic, social, physical and emotional growth.
We are seeking a teacher who is innovative and possesses high quality teaching skills and knowledge, including a clear understanding of an explicit approach to teaching. Ideally, applicants will be data literate and use assessments to guide planning for teaching and learning and bring experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs.
We highly value applicants committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents and the wider community. They should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the West Australian Curriculum and have a sound understanding of differentiation to meet all student’s needs.
We are looking for a teacher who is actively involved in all aspects of the school community, with an enthusiastic attitude to build positive relationships with our students, staff, families and the broader school community.
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:
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- 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.
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 Leonie Matthews, Principal on (08) 98887200 or emailing Leonie.Matthews@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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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: SS/TCH1014130
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 Wednesday, 10 December 2025
