We are seeking to establish a pool of Early Childhood Education Teachers 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 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
We currently have two (2) full-time positions available for immediate start. Opportunity for permanency is available.
Our School
At Paraburdoo Primary School (PS), our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.
Paraburdoo PS caters for approximately 200 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the Ashburton Shire of the Pilbara. It is the only school in town with enrolments fluctuating depending on the strength of the mining industry. We are a multicultural community, embracing families from around Australia and neighbouring countries.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.paraburdooprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking applicants who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of the children in our community. Suitable applicants will ideally be able to show exemplary teaching skills, be highly motivated and enthusiastic, and should have the ability to work in a team environment and have a commitment to both play-based learning and explicit teaching using an Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) pedagogical model, including daily reviews, engagement tactics and high-quality lesson design.
Suitable applicants should ideally possess a high level of interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with staff and community members and have the knowledge and experience to embed whole school programs, including PreLit, UFLI foundations, Top Ten Mathematics and Positive Behaviour Support.
At Paraburdoo PS, our Early Childhood Education Teachers will be active team players who are enthusiastic about inspiring students to reach their full potential. A willingness to embrace a trauma-responsive approach and educative practices is essential. Ideally, they will employ data-driven teaching methods and have a solid understanding of how to cultivate a positive, high-expectation classroom environment. An openness to participation in coaching processes, both peer-peer and instructional, will be an advantage.
A strong understanding of the core frameworks, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework, is highly desirable. Suitable applicants should also ideally be able to provide differentiated and individualised instruction, utilising strategies to support students with special education needs. Experience or a strong interest in working with students from Aboriginal families and fostering pride in self and culture would be advantageous.
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 $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $9 299 a year
- 11.5 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
- Additional Travel Concession
- Free relocation
- Air conditioning subsidy
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
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.
Mobility appointments for permanent, metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible on IKON.
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Natasha Francis, Principal, on (08) 5125 4000 or emailing natasha.francis@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 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 (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 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/TCH970368
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 26 May 2025
