Leinster Community School is seeking to establish a pool of Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary 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.

Why Leinster Community School?

At Leinster Community School, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations, and providing students with the opportunities they need to succeed from kindergarten through to Year 12. Our staff enjoy a collaborative and supportive culture, excellent facilities, and the chance to be part of a close-knit community where educators are valued both professionally and personally. Professional learning for our staff is encouraged and prioritised.

Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

Discover Leinster

Leinster is the only closed BHP mining town in Western Australia. Often described as an ‘oasis in the desert’ it really is a hidden gem in the Northern Goldfields, Leinster offers an exceptional lifestyle, combining a close-knit community with modern recreational facilities, affordable living, and easy access to Perth. Staff living in Leinster enjoy a range of benefits, including four return flights to Perth per calendar quarter, heavily subsidised accommodation, housing options for singles, couples and families, free access to reformer Pilates classes, group fitness and gym classes, a fully equipped gymnasium and swimming pool facilities

Convenient local amenities include an IGA supermarket, medical centre, tavern and mechanical and automotive services.

Whether you're seeking adventure, a strong sense of community, or outstanding work-life balance, Leinster offers a lifestyle that surprises many first-time visitors. Find out more about the Leinster Township here.

The Role

Leinster Community School is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated teachers to join our Teacher Pool for opportunities across Kindergarten to Year 12.

As a unique K-12 district school, we offer a diverse range of teaching experiences and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on student learning and wellbeing. Positions may arise in Early Childhood (Kindergarten to Year 2), Primary Classroom Teaching, Specialist Primary Teaching Roles, Secondary Generalist Teaching and Secondary Specialist Areas.

Opportunities may range from 0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE, with both fixed-term and permanent appointments becoming available throughout the year.

What We're Looking For?

We welcome applications from teachers who are committed to high-quality teaching and learning, build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues, value collaboration and community engagement, demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to contribute to all aspects of school life and are passionate about helping every student reach their potential and value success, teamwork, acceptance and resilience-our PBS STAR values.

Graduate teachers and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply.

Join Our Community

Leinster Community School offers more than just a teaching position. It's an opportunity to be part of a connected school and community, develop professionally, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

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:

• Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $10 210 a year
• District allowance of $2 734 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks vacation leave (school holidays)
• Subsidised housing where applicable
• Airconditioning Subsidy
• Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
• Vehicle relocation

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.

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position.  At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.

Find out if you are eligible on IKON.

*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Samantha Siney, Principal on (08) 9037 9086 or emailing samantha.siney@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.
• Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.

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 CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Your CV should demonstrate your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.

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/TCH1063396

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, 18 September 2026