We are seeking to establish a pool of Teachers – Kindergarten – Year 6 (K-6) for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Marri Grove Primary School (PS) is situated south of Armadale along the Southwest Highway in Byford. The school currently has just over 500 students, enrolled from Kindergarten through to Year 6. The school offers specialist programs in Science, Health and Physical Education, The Arts, and Indonesian along with different clubs for student engagement such as running club, Junior and Senior choirs.
The positive culture at Marri Grove PS is based on the shared responsibility we have for our children and to provide them a high care, high performance learning environment as they are our future. This focus means that we embrace and seek; a deep level collaboration in year level teams including joint planning and programming and a focus on success for every child. We embrace evidence-based practice, and opportunities to engage parents and caregivers in their child’s learning journey.
Find out more about our school by visiting marrigroveps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants should display their skills in working collaboratively within a team and focus on school wide programs and processes. They should also display how they support and cater for all students’ learning needs in the classroom so that they are successful with an emphasis on students with disabilities.
Suitable applicants should embrace our Positive Behaviour values of Safe, Perseverance, Accountable, Respect and Kind in all areas of the school and in their own professional conduct.
Marri Grove PS has a focus on ensuring a highly engaging learning environment through an emphasis on the Science of Teaching and Learning, the use of Explicit Instruction and purposeful play.
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 Deb Eke, Principal on (08) 9526 4060 or emailing Deborah.Eke@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 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 three (3) 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/TCH1041211
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 29 May 2026
