We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 and 2027 school years. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

We currently have the following positions available, which we hope to fill from this process:

• 1 x permanent full-time Teacher – Primary – Science/Technology, commencing asap
• 1 x 24 month fixed term, Teacher – Early Childhood Education (ECE) full-time, commencing Term 1, 2027
• 1 x permanent full-time Teacher – Primary – Physical Education, commencing Term 1, 2027
• 1 x permanent full-time Teacher - Primary, commencing Term 1, 2027

At Paraburdoo Primary School (PS), our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.

Paraburdoo PS caters for approximately 200 students from K - 6 in the Ashburton Shire of the Pilbara. It is the only school in town with enrolments fluctuating depending on the strength of the mining industry. We are a multicultural community, embracing families from all parts of Australia and around the world.

Tucked into the magnificent Pilbara landscape, Paraburdoo PS offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute, connect and grow within a safe and welcoming school community. Paraburdoo PS, our ROCKS values of Respect, Opportunity to Learn, Care, Kindness and Safety guide how we learn, work and connect.

At Paraburdoo PS, we value enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to contribute to school and community life. Join our crew and help nurture wellbeing, inspire learning and bring a little 'sparkle' to each school day.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.facebook.com/ParaburdooPrimarySchool or www.paraburdooprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic Teachers to join our team in generalist ECE, Primary or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Physical Education specialist roles, depending on the suitable applicants’ strengths, experience and interests and the evolving needs of our school community.

Suitable applicants will ideally be warm, flexible and proactive educators who bring a commitment to student-centred care, high expectations, a strengths-based approach and inclusive education. They will aim to establish calm, supportive and engaging learning environments, build authentic relationships with students and families and work collaboratively with colleagues.

A commitment to The Paraburdoo Way, including our whole-school explicit instruction approach across core subjects, Positive Behaviour Support practices and student wellbeing, will be highly regarded. The ability to combine explicit teaching with practical application and creative thinking across phases of learning will also be highly valued.

For the STEM specialist role, we seek an enthusiastic and knowledgeable educator to lead the implementation of Two-Way Science and CORE learning across the school. This role will integrate Aboriginal perspectives and Western science through well-sequenced inquiry and project-based learning (PBL), developing students’ curiosity, knowledge and problem-solving skills.

For the Physical Education specialist role, we seek an active educator to build students’ skills, confidence and enjoyment of physical activity from Pre-primary to Year 6. Suitable applicants should explicitly teach fundamental movement skills and develop teamwork, cooperation and a positive team culture through inclusive, engaging learning experiences. They will coordinate school carnivals and sporting events, build connections with network schools and local sporting clubs and make full use of our outstanding community sporting facilities to support participation and achievement.

For the generalist roles, we have a range of possibilities available, ECE Teacher, Primary Teacher and Internal Relief Teacher. We welcome teachers committed to delivering purposeful, engaging learning experiences across the primary curriculum. Graduate and experienced teachers with recognised Primary or ECE teaching qualifications are encouraged to apply.

These opportunities offer scope to broaden teaching experience from the early years to Year 6, contribute individual strengths and develop professional practice within a collaborative school culture.

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 $9 299 a year
• 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
• Additional Travel Concession
• Free relocation
• Air conditioning subsidy

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 Natasha Francis, Principal, on (08) 5125 4000 or emailing Natasha.francis@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 two (2) 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, professional learning summary relevant to this position and nominate two recent educational referees.

Although not essential - If you are interested in a specific role, we encourage you to address the position(s) you are applying for, and what you would bring to that specific role when addressing the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

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/TCH1067913

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 3 November 2026