This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026
Gidgegannup Primary School (PS) was opened in 1992 and is located in the Shire of Swan which is considered to be outer Metropolitan. The school is in a very tranquil setting, being on the outskirts of town and backing onto a rural aspect. The classroom clusters are built on the contours of a hill using this elevation to advantage.
Gidgegannup PS is a level 4 primary school with a total enrolment of 180 students. 60 of our students travel to and from school on one of five buses. The school has three teaching blocks each consisting of a 5-classroom cluster, a resource block containing the school library, art room and music room. We currently provided Art, Music, Science, Physical Education and Literacy support. Our Language Other than English is Chinese which is delivered online by video link with Beijing.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.gidgegannupps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Gidgegannup Primary School is seeking a motivated, nurturing, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Education Teacher to join our friendly and committed team.
The successful applicant should create a warm, engaging, and developmentally responsive learning environment for young children. You should provide a high‑quality early years program informed by the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, and the Western Australian Curriculum, ensuring students experience joyful, purposeful, and play‑based learning every day.
We are seeking an educator who ideally:
- Is an effective and reflective early childhood practitioner
- Uses play‑based, inquiry‑driven, and intentional teaching approaches
- Builds strong, trusting relationships with children and fosters a sense of belonging
- Designs rich and developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Understands and applies early childhood pedagogy with a focus on wellbeing, engagement, and early literacy and numeracy foundations
- Collaborates positively with colleagues, leadership, and families
- Contributes to an inclusive, supportive, and community‑focused school culture
The ideal applicant would work as part of a collaborative team to ensure our youngest learners are supported to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically, and to thrive as confident, capable, and curious learners.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michael Kovalevs, Principal, on (08) 9578 4000 or by emailing Michael.Kovalevs@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 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 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/TCH1017777
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, 06 March 2026.
