This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026
Winterfold Primary School (PS) is a high‑performing school with a strong sense of community, located in Beaconsfield, just south of Fremantle and close to Fremantle College and Challenger TAFE.
As an Independent Public School, Winterfold PS works in close partnership with staff, families and the wider community to maximise outcomes for our diverse student cohort. Our independent public school (IPS) status provides flexibility to select staff who align with our values, engage specialist expertise to support student learning, and implement responsive policies and practices. The school maintains a strong focus on excellence in Literacy and Numeracy, with teaching and learning tailored to meet the full range of student needs. Our students are engaged, respectful and enthusiastic learners who take pride in their school and their achievements.
Winterfold PS is characterised by a stable, highly skilled and collaborative staff who value shared planning, professional dialogue and collective responsibility for student success. A supportive leadership approach and a culture of trust and collegiality enable staff to innovate, lead and continually enhance learning opportunities for all students.
Find out more about our school by visiting winterfoldps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant would be an innovative and highly motivated educator, with the capacity to deliver high-quality teaching in the Italian Languages curriculum as part of a dedicated and collaborative team. A genuine passion for language teaching, alongside a strong understanding of effective instructional strategies, should enable you to actively engage and inspire students in their learning.
You ideally will be a reflective practitioner who actively seeks opportunities to enhance your professional practice. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are highly regarded, as is the ability to work collaboratively as a valued member of the whole school community. The successful applicant should embrace Winterfold PS’s vision, values and strategic directions.
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 Leanne Cross, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6274 1900 or emailing Leanne.Cross@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 two (2) 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/TCH1035613
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 Monday, 18 May 2026
