This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
About the School
Is this the change you’ve been looking for?
Leinster Community School (CS) is seeking a passionate and committed educator to join our unique and vibrant district high school community, set in a ‘closed’ BHP mining town in the Goldfields of Western Australia.
This is more than just a job — it’s a lifestyle opportunity in a supportive, close-knit community where your impact is felt every day. Leinster CS caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 (K-12), offering a small, friendly learning environment where relationships matter and every student is known. Our students are respectful, grounded, and genuinely great to work with — and our staff team is collaborative, supportive, and community-minded. Staff are encouraged to be flexible within their role, contributing across year levels and learning areas to meet the needs of our students and school community.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.
Why Leinster?
This is a chance to step into a role where you can truly make a difference—working across a diverse K–12 context, building strong relationships with students and families, and becoming part of a connected community.
Living and working in Leinster means access to a range of excellent facilities and benefits, including subsidised housing provided, 4 return flights per quarter to Perth
Leinster is a well-equipped town with a 50-metre outdoor swimming pool, supermarket, Pilates and group fitness options as well as a Wellness centre. Leinster offers a safe, family-friendly environment with a strong sense of community
We are committed to investing in our staff and offer access to high-quality professional learning, mentoring and coaching-including targeted support for graduate teachers, opportunities to build leadership capability and broaden your practice and financial incentives aligned with remote school appointments.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Physical Education Teacher. The successful applicant will ideally exhibit the ability to work independently across a variety of school settings and possess strong interpersonal skills. A flexible approach to the school day and a willingness to engage in a dynamic and diverse environment would be ideal.
Leinster CS is well-regarded within the community for its strong and positive reputation. Our teachers work collaboratively, using the Western Australian Curriculum, Early Years and Primary Learning Frameworks, and ICT to design learning environments that are differentiated, engaging, supportive, and creative. These environments should cater to the diverse needs of all students. All teaching and learning programs must uphold dignity and respect for every learner, with a strong emphasis on Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and values-based education.
The successful applicant should actively support the implementation of the school’s Business Plan, contribute effectively within a team-teaching environment, and be commitment to whole-school approaches and initiatives. An evidence-based teaching approach is ideal. The learning environment created should be inclusive, challenging, nurturing, and imaginative, ensuring that every student is supported to achieve and make meaningful progress.
Experience in the Health and Physical Education area is highly regarded.
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 $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $2 734 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 see info below
- 12 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
- Airconditioning Subsidy
- Free relocation
- Additional travel concession
Teachers and School Administrators employed at Leinster Community School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 (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.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details.
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 Samantha Siney, Principal on (08) 9055 9600 or emailing samantha.siney@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Samantha Siney on 0418 593 592.
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 four (4) 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/TCH1055147
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, 10 July 2026
