This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026
Westfield Park Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School located in Camillo, catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We take pride in our holistic approach to education, nurturing each child's individuality and empowering them with integrity, compassion, and a love for lifelong learning.
At Westfield Park PS, we believe every child deserves to grow up feeling safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. Nurture, relationships, and connectedness are at the core of our educational approach, with a shared commitment to making our school the best possible place to learn and grow. In 2022, Westfield Park PS was awarded the WA Mentally Healthy Education Award, recognising our dedication to student wellbeing.
Find out more about our school by visiting westfieldparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will lead the design and delivery of culturally responsive practices that foster safe, supportive and empowering learning environments, enhancing student wellbeing, engagement and achievement. You will collaborate closely with teachers, families and other professionals to shape and monitor personalised education plans that help every learner thrive. A key part of the role involves building strong, respectful relationships with parents, caregivers, community members and specialist partners, offering informed guidance to strengthen student outcomes. You will also provide valuable support to schools by advising on the implementation of culturally responsive curriculum and contributing to inclusive teaching practices.
If you are passionate about Indigenous education and culture and are looking for a rewarding and challenging role, we invite you to join our team as an Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) and help us to empower our Indigenous students to reach their full potential.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jake Nelson, Principal on (08) 9234 9200 or emailing jake.nelson@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
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). We will only consider applicants who are Aboriginal for this position.
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid 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.
Aboriginality is considered essential for this position under section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A one (1) page statement addressing selection criteria one, as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the histories, languages, social and cultural protocols of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Remaining criteria will be assessed for shortlisted applicants at further assessment.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
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/SS1018243
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 Tuesday, 17 March 2026
