This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
One Arm Point Remote Community School (OAPRCS) is seeking an enthusiastic Secondary Generalist Teacher to join their high-quality remote school.
OAPRCS is respectful of self, others, and culture, and is committed to developing students who are literate, numerate, and resilient lifelong learners. The school aims to help all students reach their full potential, with each one having the tools to make informed, considered decisions and the skills and knowledge to find meaningful employment beyond their school years.
The school has a dynamic staff from various backgrounds, including several local Aboriginal staff who provide integral knowledge and expertise regarding students and the school's unique context.
Strong relationships with the local community and local service providers form the base of a collaborative and targeted approach aimed at improving outcomes across the board and ensuring the children of Ardyaloon are given every opportunity to succeed.
The local Bardi Jawi culture is embedded into the school curriculum in many ways including Bardi language lessons, a fortnightly cultural program, a school and community cultural camp and engagement with local service providers, such as the Bardi Jawi Rangers.
The Location and Community
OAPRCS is in Ardyaloon (One Arm Point), a laid back remote Aboriginal community on the Dampier Peninsula in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia. One Arm Point boasts stunning coastline and a wealth of local Aboriginal culture.
For more information about Ardyaloon visit Destination - One Arm Point.
Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online.
The Role
OAPRCS is seeking a highly competent and Kimberley remote experienced educator to join our proactive and dedicated teaching team.
The successful applicant will ideally be committed to working towards improved outcomes for Aboriginal students in a remote community, have outstanding classroom and behaviour management skills as well as highly developed interpersonal skills. The ability to work collaboratively and proactively with all students would be highly desirable.
As a teacher at our school, you will work collaboratively with others to help create and maintain an engaging and stimulating learning environment for students to enjoy and will be able to help inspire them to develop a passion for learning.
The successful applicant will ideally be able to create an effective, engaging, and inclusive learning environment based on high expectations. They will have an understanding of appropriate assessments and be able to use data to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching programs, set targets and plan for differentiated learning opportunities for all students in their class aligned strongly to the Western Australian Curriculum and the attainment of a Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).
This role will suit someone who is highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting learning experiences to ignite students desire to learn. We ideally require a teacher who values relationships with students and the community, someone who can work effectively with all our stakeholders to achieve the best educational outcomes for students.
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 Initiative of $2 000
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- Free Housing
- Free relocation
- Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
- Air-conditioning Subsidy
- Travel concessions
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
Teachers and School Administrators employed at One Arm Point Remote Community School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 (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.
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 Mark Batka, Principal on (08) 9171 9400 or emailing mark.batka@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/TCH1014361
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, 12 December 2025
