We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teacher’s for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025 Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Koorana Primary School (PS) located in Warnbro, has the privilege of learning together on Binjareb and Whadjuk Nyoongar peoples' land. We are an Independent Public School committed to unlocking the learning potential of every student, ensuring a successful future. Our dedicated staff prioritise high-quality teaching, offering a robust curriculum tailored to meet the needs of students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We collaborate closely with local families, fostering a supportive community partnership.

Find out more about our school by visiting kooranaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

This is an opportunity to join a school that has high expectations and a positive school culture, which staff, students and families are collectively invested in. The suitable applicants should possess exemplary teaching skills, be highly motivated and hold themselves accountable to delivering best practice. Applicants should have the ability to work in an environment characterised by whole school connected practice, a strong commitment to professional growth and working within collaborative team structures.

Suitable applicants will ideally possess a high level of interpersonal skills to work collaboratively, and implement whole school approaches, including explicit instruction, within the school’s business and operational plans. They should also have a deep commitment to developing positive and productive relationships, embedding a proactive and inclusive approach.

Koorana PS is an Independent Public School, catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6, located in Warnbro, in the City of Rockingham. Our staff strongly believe in building a positive school culture with a focus on whole school initiatives and practices to support and reinforce positive behaviours. We create a learning environment which is challenging and caring, catering for the range of needs to ensure all students achieve their potential.

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 Janine Muir, Principal on 9523 7900 or email Janine.Muir@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.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four (4) 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/TCH917549

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 17 September 2024