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Teacher - Early Childhood Education

  • Perth Metropolitan, Western Australia
  • Department of Education
  • Fixed Term - Full Time
  • Fixed Term - Part Time
  • Permanent - Full Time
  • Permanent - Part Time

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  • Closing at: Oct 29 2026 - 16:30 AWST
  • Teacher - ECE
  • Teacher - Prim
  • Falls Road Primary School
  • Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
  • Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
  • 0.1-1.0
  • Pool Ref IPS/TCH1067528
  • Lesmurdie
  • Early Childhood, School and Specialist Education Teachers
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We are seeking to establish a pool of Early Childhood Education Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.  

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

At Falls Road Primary School (PS) our mission is to provide a positive and educational environment which facilitates, supports and extends all facets of student development. We are an Independent Public-School priding ourselves on working closely with parents and the community. We provide a high-quality education that develops resilient, respectful and lifelong learners.

Our school focuses on developing the 'whole child' through exposure to academic, artistic, social and sporting experiences that provide all students with the opportunity to 'shine' and enable them to participate as informed active and responsible members of society.

Find out more about our school by visiting Fallsroadps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Falls Road PS, you will ideally bring enthusiasm, adaptability and a genuine interest in supporting young learners within our close-knit school community. This position provides an opportunity to teach a Kindergarten to Year 2 class in a small, well-resourced, multi-age setting where positive relationships and an understanding of individual student needs are valued.

Suitable applicants should display sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines and Western Australian Curriculum, with experience planning engaging, developmentally appropriate and differentiated learning experiences highly regarded. Strong literacy and numeracy teaching skills are desirable, along with the ability to use assessment data and observations to inform student support, intervention and extension. Experience incorporating intentional play-based learning and making effective use of indoor and outdoor learning environments would also be valued.

We ideally seek educators who enjoy working both independently and collaboratively, builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues, and works effectively with education assistants to support student learning and independence. Strong organisation, reflective practice and an openness to feedback are highly regarded, along with a willingness to contribute ideas and strengths to whole-school planning, programs, events and improvement initiatives.

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 Dan Watt, Principal on (08) 9291 2150 or emailing Dan.Watt@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

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.  

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

  • Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
  • 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
    • Professional Knowledge
    • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

  1. Click ‘Apply for Job’
  1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
  1. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

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/TCH1067528

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 29 October 2026

Clicking Apply Now will start your application in a separate window.