Teacher - Primary - Music
Branch: Challis Community Primary School
Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.8
Location: Armadale
Closing Date: 2025-10-27 4:30 PM
Attachments: - Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
- information - writing your application - teachers aug22.pdf

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026

Challis Community Primary School (PS) believes in enabling students to reach their academic, social and emotional potential whilst becoming valuable members of the community. Challis Community Primary School is unique in offering health and education services from birth, with formal schooling ranging from 3 Years to Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.

We are on a long-term improvement journey to reach or exceed State mean results in all areas.

We have two clear priorities:

  • Teaching students to read.
  • Teaching students to behave (Including communicate effectively, play co-operatively and express emotions).

We implement the following whole school programmes:

  • Reading Mastery
  • Spelling Mastery
  • PR1ME Maths

And we are a Positive Behaviour school.

Our positive school culture is built around:

  • Collaboration through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
  • Coaching
  • Well-being support
  • Partnerships with families and service providers.

Find out more about our school by visiting Challis Community Primary School  or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant should have a strong knowledge base on Music the process of how children learn. A strong belief that exemplary, evidence-based teaching practices, alongside a commitment to constant improvement, will lead to improving the life outcomes of all students.

We have a relentless focus on teaching children to read and to demonstrate appropriate play and social skills. We use Explicit Direct Instruction when teaching new concepts and provide significant support to assist teachers to develop high impact teaching skills.

Our school's teaching programs allow all children to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become confident learners. We pride ourselves on offering effective, individualised Literacy and Numeracy programs. We also offer a variety of specialist subjects including Music, Science, Physical Education and Health. The Challis Parenting and Early Learning Centre offers a selection of health, education and social services, including a Child Health Nurse, new mothers' groups, playgroups and parent education sessions.

Your belief in the power of collaboration will be an advantage! You should possess a willingness to learn and participate in coaching cycles that contributes to a positive team culture.

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 Lee Musumeci, Principal, on (08) 9391 4100 or emailing Lee.Musumeci@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Lee Musumeci on 0422869399

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 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 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/TCH1000364

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 October 2025