We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) 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 2, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Floreat Park Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School providing excellence in educational opportunities from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are proud to offer local families a progressive school environment in which students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. While acknowledging our rich history dating back to 1951, we are foremost a contemporary school engaged in best practice teaching methods. Central to our success is the strong participation of our parent community in all aspects of school life.
Our approach to education is built on a set of shared values and beliefs about how children learn best and to create a vibrant, engaging and supportive environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting floreatparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
You should ideally display the ability to create safe and motivating learning environments for students using engaging pedagogy, quality differentiated teaching, positive behaviour support practices and genuine concern for personal and student wellbeing. There is a 1:1 iPad program in Years 3 to 6. Strong skills in using Information and Communications Technology to enhance teaching and learning outcomes from Pre-primary to Year 6 are desirable. Suitable applicants will ideally be proficient in using data as part of the assess-plan-act cycle, have a proven repertoire of effective teaching pedagogies and strategies that meet the needs of all students, and display their obligation to implementing whole school approaches that include the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework, Inquiry Learning, Phonics and Writing.
Coaching, mentoring and learning from each other feature highly in our performance and development culture. We actively develop middle leaders to support our direction and provide opportunities for leadership growth at all levels through the Department's Future Leaders Framework. Applicants in middle level leadership roles and those aspiring to leadership are encouraged to apply.
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 Mark Walters, Principal, on (08) 9205 5600 or by emailing mark.walters@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 five (5) 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/TCH969826
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 May 2025
