Teacher - K-6
Branch: Maylands Peninsula Primary School
Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.1-1.0
Location: Maylands
Closing Date: 2025-10-03 4:30 PM
Attachments: - Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
- information - writing your application - teachers aug22.pdf

We are seeking to establish a pool of K-6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Maylands Peninsula Primary School (PS) is a safe, inclusive learning environment where every child belongs. We aim to develop resilient, lifelong learners, who grow academically, socially and emotionally. Guided by kindness and a shared pursuit of excellence, we embrace our diverse community and support everyone to thrive and learn together.

We are a proud Independent Public School catering for over 720 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With more than half our students speaking a language other than English, our cultural diversity is celebrated through inclusive practices and strong community partnerships.

We are guided by our beliefs in excellence, global citizenship, leadership and community, which are strengthened through collaboration and good communication. We enjoy an environment where all children can learn with confidence and excel.

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

The Role

Our school is entering an exciting phase of improvement through the soon to be ratified 2025–2028 Business Plan, which focuses on data-driven practices, evidence-based pedagogy, and high-impact teaching aligned with the Quality Teaching Strategy.

Suitable applicants should ideally be passionate, motivated and skilled educators who are committed to improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole school approaches. Knowledge of current research in the science of learning, including daily reviews and engagement norms, will be highly regarded. Suitable applicants should display a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum and use data to drive their planning which reflects skills in catering for individual student needs.

Suitable applicants should be innovative and contemporary in their teaching practice. They should be able to display their capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment to develop and maintain strong relationships.

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 Daniel Del Casale, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9462 6700 or by emailing daniel.delcasale@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Daniel Del Casale on 0403 600 162.

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 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 four (4) 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/TCH994517

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 3 October 2025