Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Swdc; Lake King; Presencial; AUD 88.000 - 128.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Country Teaching Allowance

District Allowance

Superannuation contributions

Vacation leave (12 weeks)

Accommodation assistance

Relocation assistance

Travel concessions

Descripción de la vacante

Lake King Primary School in Western Australia is seeking an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher for permanent and fixed-term vacancies for 2027, including full-time and part-time roles. Appointments may arise at any time during the year, with mobility options within WA regional postings and a focus on whole-child development and community engagement.

The role emphasises building strong relationships with families and colleagues, supporting literacy and numeracy programs, and contributing to

Formación

• Experience fostering positive relationships with parents, students and colleagues.
• Experience implementing literacy and numeracy programs is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Build positive relationships with parents, students and colleagues.
• Contribute to school-wide literacy and numeracy initiatives and professional growth.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Descripción del empleo

Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

We are seeking to establish a pool of Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Situated in the Esperance District, Lake King is predominantly a farming area in the Shire of Lake Grace. It lies 45kms south of the town of Varley, 70kms north of Ravensthorpe town site, 65kms east of Newdegate, 265kms north-west of Esperance and 468kms south-east of Perth. Lake King Primary School (PS) currently caters for children with both physical and learning difficulties and general primary classes ranging from Kindergarten to Year Six. Children are predominantly from farming families with all children travelling to school by bus.

Embark on a fulfilling journey in our team as we seek a dedicated ECE teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to cultivate positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. In our vibrant school community, we place a strong emphasis on values and a positive culture.

Join us in fostering a shared vision anchored in whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to professional growth. We celebrate innovation and leadership, encouraging educators to actively seek opportunities within our dynamic team. Whole child development is paramount to our mission, and we invite teachers to actively engage in the school community, reflecting on teaching practices.

Lake King PS has an explicit approach to Literacy and Numeracy and is supported by whole school programs in these areas. Experience in Initial Lit, Talk4Writing, Top Ten Maths and any phonics-based programs is highly desirable.

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 provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• District Allowance of $2 043 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Travel concessions

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south westteachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South WestEducation 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.

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

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.

• 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

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1070572

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9November 2026