This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Our School
Scaddan Primary School, located 50km from Esperance in WA’s Goldfields Region, serves Kindergarten to Year 6 students from the farming communities of Scaddan, Grass Patch, Cascade, Neridup and Salmon Gums. We are a close-knit, caring school that fosters strong relationships and a sense of belonging.
With three multi-age classrooms - Early Childhood (Kindy & Pre-Primary), Junior (Years 1 & 2) and Senior (Years 3 to 6), we offer smaller class sizes and evidence-based teaching to support high-quality, explicit teaching and learning. Our students grow as confident, independent learners and problem solvers, guided by values of pride, excellence, nurturing and respect, and equipped with the skills to thrive in a changing world.
Our school is on a strong improvement journey, with a clear and consistent focus on high-quality teaching in every classroom. Staff work within a connected whole-school approach, using evidence-based programs, explicit teaching practices, consistent lesson design and regular assessment to monitor student progress. We currently implement a range of high-impact programs and approaches, including explicit literacy instruction, structured synthetic phonics, Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS) assessment, Talk for Writing, Tracks to Literacy, whole-school spelling and reading routines, and evidence-based numeracy practices. Staff use data regularly to inform planning, identify student needs and provide targeted intervention and extension.
Professional learning, coaching and collaborative planning are highly valued, with staff engaging in ongoing development to strengthen literacy, numeracy and student engagement outcomes. We are committed to building a culture of reflective practice, high expectations and continuous improvement, ensuring every student is supported to achieve success and thrive.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.scaddanps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are actively seeking an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As an ECE teacher you would promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development.
Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.
As a member of our team, you would leverage high-impact teaching strategies and showcase experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs. An understanding of differentiation to meet diverse student needs is highly valued, along with proficiency in utilising various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.
Upon commencing this role, we will provide a thorough handover, including shadowing with the current classroom teacher for 2 weeks.
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 $8 020 a year
- District Allowance of $2 734 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
- Free relocation
- Additional travel allowances
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 Lynley Neill, Principal on (08) 9075 5100 or emailing lynley.neill@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 three (3) 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: SS/TCH1038988
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
