Teacher - Languages

This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026

East Beechboro Primary School (PS) offers a welcoming and well-resourced environment for staff, students and their families. We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Languages teacher who is committed to delivering a high-quality, engaging and inclusive Languages program that inspires students, celebrates cultural diversity and develops a strong appreciation of language learning. We are looking for a Languages teacher who is eager to contribute to our vibrant, caring school community.

Our school is on a purposeful journey of continuous improvement, striving for excellence through the commitment and expertise of our highly skilled, collaborative teaching team. At the heart of our work is a belief in building strong, positive relationships that foster high expectations and a safe, happy and supportive learning environment through creating a culture of high performance and high care.

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

The Role

We are looking for a skilled educator who ideally has a proven capacity to raise the profile of Languages within a primary school setting through innovative teaching practices and authentic learning experiences. The ideal applicant will deliver a rich and vibrant Languages program that nurtures a love of language learning while expanding students' awareness of diverse communities, traditions and perspectives. They will ideally display the ability to engage families, community members and cultural groups to enrich the Languages program and create meaningful connections between language, culture and student learning.

Our current Languages program is Indonesian; however, our priority is to engage an exceptional Languages teacher who can deliver a high-quality program that fosters curiosity, confidence and a genuine enthusiasm for language learning. As such, applicants with the expertise in other languages are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a collaborative and reflective educator who works with all staff to ensure Languages is visible, valued and embedded across the school.
• Display a strong commitment to language learning, intercultural understanding and developing students’ global awareness.
• Deliver high-quality, engaging and inclusive lessons that cater for diverse learning needs, abilities and interests.
• Create authentic opportunities for students to apply their language skills while developing an understanding of different people, cultures, places and traditions.
• Support whole-school approaches by embedding Languages within mainstream classrooms and broader school initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, families and the wider community while working collaboratively as part of a professional team.
• Contribute to the ongoing development, innovation and enhancement of the school’s Languages program, promoting its profile and value across the school.

At East Beechboro PS, we are committed to providing students with meaningful learning opportunities that support academic, social and personal growth. We are seeking a teacher who shares this commitment and can inspire students to become confident and capable communicators with an appreciation of the diversity of our world.

We welcome applications from innovative and reflective educators who are committed to delivering excellence in teaching and learning and who can bring creativity, expertise and a global perspective to our Languages program.

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 Caroline Harben, Principal on (08) 6216 1900 or Caroline.Harben@education.wa.edu.au. During the school holidays, please contact Caroline Harben, Principal, on 0434 734 650 or Caroline.Harben@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 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 three (3) 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/TCH1057671

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 23 July 2026.