We have 2 x, 12 month fixed term, full-time positions commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Bridgetown Primary School is an Independent Public School situated in the stunning regional town of Bridgetown in south-west Western Australia. Bridgetown Primary School works in a collaborative partnership with our community to ensure success for every child. Our shared moral purpose 'Quality Education for All' is seen in our commitment to setting high expectations and providing effective support for both staff and students and ensuring inclusivity for all our students.

We value the importance of every child having a deep sense of belonging and connectedness to our school. We make a fundamental commitment to ensuring every child will be valued as an individual in our community through strong, meaningful and respectful relationships. We are focused on supporting the social and emotional wellbeing of our students through care, empathy and gratitude.

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

The Role

We are ideally looking for two passionate, motivated and skilled Early Childhood Teachers to teach in our Pre-primary and Year 1 classrooms. The successful applicants will ideally be someone who is committed to developing the whole child including improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day, through play, explicit teaching where appropriate and the implementation of whole school instructional strategies.

The successful applicants will ideally have strong interpersonal skills and be committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. We are seeking applicants who are innovative and possess high-quality teaching skills and knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum to plan challenging and engaging learning programs. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators whilst providing engaging learning experiences that cater for different student learning needs.

Professional Benefits

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:

•          12 percent employer contributions to superannuation 
•          12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays) 
•          Subsidised accommodation where applicable 
•          Free relocation 

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 Donna Jarvinen, Principal, on (08) 9761 0150 or by emailing Donna.Jarvinen@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/TCH1072168

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, 20 November 2026