L3.3 Classroom Teacher

This position is only available to staff currently employed by the Department of Education.

At Caralee Community School, we believe in the power of community and the strength of shared purpose. As we embark on an exciting change journey, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher to join our team and help shape the future of teaching and learning in our vibrant school.

This is more than a teaching role—it’s a leadership opportunity to make a lasting impact. You’ll work closely with the principal and leadership team to drive instructional excellence, mentor colleagues, and lead professional learning with a focus on the Early Years.

We are seeking to establish a Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role for appointment to a fixed term, full-time vacancy for 3 years. In accordance with the trial of this position, the principal at the applicant’s substantive work site will provide the right of return at the conclusion on the 3 year fixed-term vacancy. Priority is afforded to the back-filling of the successful applicant before their release to the Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role.

Only existing Level 3 Classroom Teachers are eligible to apply. The increment for a Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher is at the new step 3.3.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.caraleecs.wa.edu.au/ or Schools Online

The Role

In addition to their role as a classroom teacher, the Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher, in collaboration with the principal and members of the administrative team, will provide instructional leadership in the school that will focus on curriculum and quality teaching in the Early Years.

Under the leadership of the principal, the suitable applicant will implement effective change strategies and provide leadership across the school community. Suitable applicants will facilitate workforce effectiveness and provide a role model for self-development to improve professional performance.

The role is also responsible for establishing and managing administrative and operational systems in the relevant area of responsibility to ensure the effective operation of the school within departmental policy and guidelines.

The Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher will work in a culturally responsive and context specific manner to productively and respectfully engage stakeholders.

An outstanding ability to demonstrate innovative, bold and creative solutions and a proven track record in working collaboratively to solve complex problems, are essential to this position. Additionally, the role will include:

• classroom teaching – up to 0.9 FTE
• instructional leadership – additional minimum 0.1 FTE release time
• mentoring staff
• delivering professional learning
• providing feedback.

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, contact Cherie Dobbs, Principal, on (08) 9312 4800 or emailing Cherie.Dobbs@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 in this role, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• be a current Level 3 Classroom Teacher.
• hold an eligible early childhood qualification
• 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 two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
• Evidence of your Level 3 Classroom Teacher Status if available

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/TCH989496

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 Friday, 12 September 2025