This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

Nestled amongst the trees and overlooking the Swan River (Derbal Yerrigan), North Fremantle Primary School (NFPS) offers a warm, community-focused environment where students are encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Established in the 1890's and relocated to John Street in 1967, our school has a proud tradition of educating generations of families, many of whom maintain strong connections to the school today.

Find out more about our school by visiting North Fremantle Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and collaborative teacher to join our team and contribute to the ongoing improvement of teaching and learning across the school. The successful applicant would display strong curriculum knowledge and a commitment to excellence in classroom practice, with an interest in developing their leadership capabilities through middle leadership opportunities.

You would display sound knowledge of explicit instruction and evidence-based teaching practices, together with the ability to build positive and respectful relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. As a valued member of our team, you would actively contribute to the promotion of the school's values, ethos and priorities, fostering a culture of collaboration, shared responsibility and continuous improvement.

The successful applicant will ideally be a committed teacher seeking opportunities to extend their professional influence beyond the classroom. Working alongside school leaders and colleagues, you would support staff to interrogate data, support curriculum implementation, contribute to whole-school planning and help embed quality teaching practices that improve outcomes for all students.

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 Bernadette Delaney, Principal on (08) 9432 1300 or emailing bernadette.delaney@education.wa.edu.au 

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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 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 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/TCH1063492

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, 11 September 2026