Teacher - K-6

We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during Term 2, 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Corrigin District High School (DHS) is situated in the Southern Wheatbelt and caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 10 (K-10). We are proud of our strong ethos of a caring, inclusive learning community where social and emotional competence, student engagement, staff collaboration and high-quality curriculum delivery are essential to our success. Through the Resilience Project, students are encouraged to develop as grateful, empathetic and mindful individuals, and staff model these values.

The school is fully air-conditioned, providing a pleasant learning environment throughout the year. Students are taught in traditional classrooms equipped with technologies including BenQ flat panels, laptops and iPads. Pre-primary and Kindergarten students enjoy their own outdoor nature play area, whilst other cohorts have access to nature play equipment, basketball and netball courts, a large, grassed oval, sand pits and challenging climbing equipment.

At Corrigin DHS we acknowledge that educating a child is a journey shared with the community and family. Corrigin is just 200km from the outskirts of Perth, and the community environment is one of relaxed friendliness and pride, with a strong agricultural sector and a range of other large local employers. Corrigin offers a wide range of sporting, social and other services. There are childcare services, hydrotherapy and outdoor 50m pools, a modern gym, premium oval and recreation centre, beauty therapists, supermarkets, a popular hotel and medical services including a hospital, pharmacy, general practitioner and chiropractor.

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

The Role

We are seeking dedicated educators who are committed to excellence in teaching and learning within a dynamic K-10 environment. Suitable applicants would ideally be innovative, highly motivated professionals capable of delivering high-quality teaching as part of a collaborative team. They should display a strong understanding of effective instructional strategies, actively engaging students in meaningful learning, and show a genuine passion for the teaching profession. A commitment to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice is essential.

Suitable applicants should ideally possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be collaborative members of the whole-school community, embracing the school’s vision, values, and strategic direction. They would use a range of positive classroom management strategies, foster productive learning environments, effectively plan for differentiation and build strong partnerships with parents. Responsibility for delivering high-quality learning programs, including the integration of digital technologies across the curriculum, is regarded as integral to the role.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• subsidised accommodation where applicable
• free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.

Find out if you are eligible on IKON.

*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Shannon Hardingham, Principal on (08) 9063 4400 or emailing shannon.hardingham@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, 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/TCH1029215

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026