Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Department of Education; Wellstead; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District Allowance

Employer contributions to superannuatn

12 weeks' vacation leave

More than 20 days of other leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Descripción de la vacante

Wellstead Primary School, operated by the Department of Education, seeks an Early Childhood Education teacher for a permanent full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The Wellstead community values positive relationships and a culture of continuous professional growth, with support for leadership and collaboration within the team.

The successful candidate will engage in evidence-based literacy and differentiated teaching practices, contribute to whole-child development, and participate in

Formación

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.
• Commitment to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and whole-school approach.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver Early Childhood Education with focus on whole-child development.
• Cultivate relationships with parents, students and colleagues.
• Contribute to school culture and professional growth.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Collaborative culture

Descripción del empleo

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 Wellstead is a community situated 100 kilometres east of Albany and within the Albany city boundary. Wellstead is a friendly and vibrant place to live and to visit. It is approximately 18 kms to Cape Riche where fishing, swimming and beach studies form a natural part of its school's curriculum. Wellstead Primary School (PS) is student focused and strives to meet the needs of every individual student's social, emotional, academic and physical wellbeing. At Wellstead Primary School we focus on a culture of high expectations academically and behaviourally and provide a high level of care socially, emotionally and physically. We have an evidence based literacy program commencing in the Early Years of Learning with a systematic synthetic phonics program which is followed on by MultiLit Spellex and rich learning tasks embedded in day to day teaching and learning.. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online .

The Role

Embark on a fulfilling journey in our team as we seek a dedicated Early Childhood Education 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. Embrace a culture of accountability, where motivated educators are committed to delivering best practices, grounded in evidence-based decision-making and differentiation. Transparent classroom management and a willingness to adopt Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) contribute to our positive and supportive educational environment. If you are a passionate educator ready to contribute to a culture of positivity, innovation, and collaboration, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our inspiring teaching team. There will be a department housing available for the successful applicant.

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

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 [e-mail] or on [phone]. Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leonie Murdoch, Principal Wellstead PS on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail] . Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

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.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1069579

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November, 2026