This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Kulin District High School (DHS) is a Kindergarten to Year 10 (K-10) school where we believe education extends beyond the classroom. Building strong relationships and engaging with our wider community are essential components of our approach to fostering an enriching learning environment for all students. We understand that when families, educators, and community members collaborate, we create a supportive network that enhances the educational journey of every student.
Our specialist staff deliver programs in Art, Music, Digital Technology, Performing Arts and Physical Education, while also supporting literacy and numeracy throughout the school. The school is recognised for its strong pastoral care, commitment to values, and supportive learning environment. An active School Board and P&C Association work closely with staff to enhance opportunities for students, and the school community takes great pride in its welcoming and inclusive culture.
At Kulin DHS, we STRIVE with confidence, STRIVE with respect, and STRIVE to succeed. Our STRIVE values are: Success, Thankful, Respect, Inspire, Vision, and Endeavour.
Our moral purpose is to ensure our students are engaged in purposeful learning where they feel safe, valued, and confident to tackle academic and personal challenges, and to grow into optimistic, informed global citizens.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.kulindhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Kulin DHS is seeking an energetic and motivated Year 5 and 6 Teacher to join our friendly and collaborative team. Located approximately 280 kilometres east of Perth in the Central Wheatbelt of Western Australia, Kulin is a vibrant rural community with strong local support for education. Kulin DHS provides education for students from Kindergarten to Year 10 and is well resourced with facilities.
The successful applicant will ideally display exemplary teaching practice and a commitment to delivering engaging, innovative, and evidence-based literacy and numeracy programs. Experience implementing high-impact teaching strategies, differentiating to meet diverse student needs, and using assessment data to inform planning and provide meaningful feedback will be highly regarded.
At Kulin DHS, staff work collaboratively to implement whole-school approaches to curriculum delivery. The successful applicant will ideally value teamwork, connected practice, and ongoing professional growth while contributing positively to the 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:
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- free relocation
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 Megan Syred, Principal on (08) 6865 7300 or emailing Megan.Syred@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 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/TCH1047494
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, 15 June 2026
