We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher – K-6 for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.
Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School
Respect is central to everything we do at Upper Swan. The school’s core values of fairness, safety, kindness and honesty are embedded in school culture, framing positive conditions for learning, high expectations of student conduct and behaviour, and supporting social and emotional development.
Classrooms are inclusive communities of learning where each child is valued, nurtured and belongs. Our highly regarded team ensure every child is provided with learning opportunities and experiences that motivate and engage them. This includes differentiated teaching and learning, and targeted intervention to enable every student, including those with additional needs, to learn and achieve. Positive relationships are highly valued in our school community, by staff, students and families.
Find out more about our school by visiting Upper Swan PS or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking teachers who ideally have high expectations of themselves and their colleagues, are positive, highly motivated, enthusiastic and work to ensure every student is successful. Our team are people who understand excellence in teaching, embody life-long learning and nurture positive connection with stakeholders. Our teachers display their commitment to collaboration and teamwork, have a growth mindset and are solutions focused.
Visible Learning underpins our approach to teaching and learning across the curriculum. Suitable applicants understand, it is what they do as teachers, that impacts most powerfully on each student.
Applicants should display how they:
- utilise assessment data to inform planning, differentiate teaching, in the formulation of goals and in the provision of high-quality feedback to students
- frame planning and teaching using the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model
- select and use exemplary evidence-based approaches and high impact teaching practices and strategies (including the strategic use of collaborative learning)
- differentiate learning to respond to students needs including higher achieving students.
At Upper Swan, teachers engage authentically in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) by evaluating their impact on student learning and working collaboratively to ensure every student reaches their full potential. Applicants should display how their engagement with PLCs has impacted positively on student learning.
As a member of the Upper Swan Primary School community, you will be a valued member of a respectful school that values you as a caring and highly proficient professional.
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 Pameka Hahnel, Principal, on (08) 9296 4622 or pamela.hahnel@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
NEW Application Process
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
- Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
- 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
- Professional Knowledge
- Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
- Click ‘Apply for Job’
- Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
- Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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/TCH992138
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 25 September 2025.