Teacher - K-6

We are seeking to establish a pool of Teachers - Primary 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.

At Dayton Primary School (PS) our vision is to create a sense of belonging that promotes success, engagement and wellbeing for all. In line with this vision, all staff members ensure that student success, engagement and well-being sit at the heart of everything they do; prioritising developing positive relationships to ensure a genuine sense of belonging and trust, and upholding high expectations for both themselves and our students. Staff are passionate about building a ‘school of excellence’ and endeavour to create opportunities for every child to be successful by providing a foundation that opens the doors to a brighter future.

Find out more about our school by visiting facebook.com/DaytonPS or Schools Online.

The Role

Members of our team value personal excellence, respect diversity, and promote an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment. They are committed to working as part of a dynamic and collaborative team, and welcome ongoing professional learning to ensure the success of all through a focus on life-long learning. To build a connected community, teachers prioritise connection and communication with families as partners in their student's learning.

Successful teaching and learning at Dayton PS are underpinned by effective evidence-based instruction matched with whole-school alignment of pedagogy, programs, policy and processes. Classrooms at Dayton PS are appealing and welcoming, promoting a positive classroom tone. Clear routines and structures are established, ensuring every student knows what is expected of them. Responsive teaching, through checking for understanding and quality feedback, ensures data-informed decisions are made to progress student learning via authentic and rich learning tasks which allow students to deepen their understanding of mastered skills.

While literacy and numeracy are priority areas, Science, Technology, Physical Education, Arts, Languages and Humanities are interwoven to ensure students receive a holistic, well-balanced education and opportunities to deepen their knowledge and stretch their thinking. The Science of Reading shapes literacy instruction and our focus is on ensuring every student ‘learns to read’ so they leave primary school able to ‘read to learn’. To support learning, daily reviews and retrieval practices built around concepts of the Cognitive Load Theory are utilised. Digital technologies and design thinking are embedded within key learning areas to promote learning, rather than being an ‘add-on’. Differentiation and enrichment ensure every student has access to work at their level and the best opportunities to be successful.

All teachers at Dayton PS are involved in coaching pertaining to the school’s articulated instructional framework and applicants are encouraged to attend Dayton’s upcoming advertised prospective staff information session prior to applying, or to reach out to the school for more information.

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 Ray Boyd, Principal on 0479 119 966 or by emailing Ray.Boyd@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

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 three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge and Professional Practice aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
• A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

The remaining Professional Standard (Professional Engagement) will be assessed throughout the selection process.

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/TCH1000037

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 31 October 2025.