K-6 Science Teacher & STEM Leader

Department Of Education, Western Australia; Canning; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development

Attractive leave provisions

Job summary

Burrendah Primary School in Willetton is seeking a contemporary and engaging K-6 Science Teacher for a permanent full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will deliver hands-on, inquiry-based science aligned to the WA Curriculum and lead school-wide STEM activities while collaborating with staff and the wider community.

You will coordinate Science Week and lead teams such as Lego League, Solar Car and RAC Challenge, building on sustainability initiatives and ensuring

Qualifications

• Deliver a hands-on, inquiry-based science program aligned with the WA Curriculum (Years 1–6).
• Ability to lead and coordinate STEM initiatives and cross-curricular links.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and support staff to support inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a hands-on, inquiry-based science program aligned with WA Curriculum.
• Coordinate Science Week as a whole-school event and lead STEM teams (Lego League, Solar Car, RAC).
• Foster curiosity and creativity, engaging students and the wider community.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers across year levels to ensure accessible science learning.
• Design engaging lessons and projects within school budget and planning framework.

Skills

Science teaching

Inquiry-based teaching

Curriculum alignment

School collaboration

Job description

Burrendah Primary School in Willetton is seeking a contemporary and engaging K-6 Science Teacher for a permanent full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will deliver hands-on, inquiry-based science aligned to the WA Curriculum and lead school-wide STEM activities while collaborating with staff and the wider community.

You will coordinate Science Week and lead teams such as Lego League, Solar Car and RAC Challenge, building on sustainability initiatives and ensuring