Teacher - Primary

We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

Kardinya Primary School (KPS) is proud to work in partnership with our local community to educate and develop the children of Kardinya into the good citizens of tomorrow. First established in 1977 and officially opened in 1979. We are proud to continue to cater for the diverse needs of our local community, as we did when we were first opened. Our friendly school offers students a quality education experience for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our students represent a tapestry of cultures and are a representative cross section of a modern Perth population.

We offer a high quality teaching and learning using the WA Curriculum along with developing the 'whole child' and learning for life. Our teachers care deeply about our students and the local community and work as a team to offer a supportive environment. We use mindfulness to help students learn to regulate their emotions and find calmness in a busy world. We also promote sustainability and many sustainable practices are part of school life at Kardinya PS, such as gardening, recycling and collecting food scraps to feed the worm farm.

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

The Role

KPS is offering an opportunity for passionate and committed teachers to join our vibrant teaching team and contribute to delivering a high standard of education. The position would initially be for Semester 2 of this year, but with the possibility of extension into 2026. Experience gained in this position may also lead to a permanent position.

The suitable applicants should contribute to a school culture that is safe, positive, and instructionally driven, while creating an engaging and supportive classroom environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of every student. Strong relational skills, particularly with students, are important, as is the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and the wider school community.

We are ideally looking for a teacher who displays the following:

• A commitment to high-impact, evidence-based pedagogy and knowledge of contemporary whole-school practices suitable for any primary classroom.
• A collaborative mindset and experience working through the full teaching, learning, and assessment cycle in partnership with colleagues.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills that support the development of a positive and respectful school culture.
• Confidence in using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to enhance both teaching and communication.

While prior experience with the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model is not required, an understanding of or willingness to engage with whole-school behaviour frameworks will be highly regarded.

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 Melanie Clark, Principal on (08) 9312 4900 or emailing melanie.clark2@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

• 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

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
• Professional Knowledge
• Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’
2. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
3. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

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/TCH979255

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 September 2025