Teacher - Junior - Years 1-2

VenuesWest; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

12 weeks’ vacation leave

Job summary

The Department of Education WA is seeking dedicated Year 1 teachers for a permanent full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The school emphasizes explicit instruction, high-impact teaching, and a positive wellbeing culture across a connected team.

Join a leading QTS Lead School committed to excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Applicants must hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration, be eligible to work in Australia, and be willing to obtain required clearances.

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or valid visa with work rights.
• Must consent to a Working with Children Check and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 1 with explicit instruction and foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Collaborate within a whole-school, connected practice and participate in professional growth.
• Contribute to a positive school culture and adapt teaching to diverse learners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

The ‘Baynton West Way’ has become a way of life for many of our students and staff. Integrity, innovation, dedication and caring are our key guiding beacons, and our school vision of, ‘Children are at the heart of our school’ embodies everything we do.

Our school staff are committed to building positive relationships and pursuing excellence, maintaining a dedicated and professional environment that supports every child to achieve their personal best each day. We are leaders in explicit instruction with a strong, authentic culture of daily collaboration, supported by common year level DOTT (duties other than teaching), classroom observations and embedded coaching that foster trust and open communication. Staff use high impact teaching and evidence-based strategies to embrace an engaging and explicit pedagogy in the early years within a clearly defined whole-school approach that maximises their impact on student learning. In addition, we constantly aim to deliver the highest standards of pastoral care and support services in order to enable our students to thrive.

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

The Role

Embark on a fulfilling journey in our team as we seek dedicated primary teachers 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 wellbeing and a positive culture.

Join us in fostering a shared vision in Year 1 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 with their team reflecting on teaching practices and sharing workload.

We are a Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS) Lead School. This statewide initiative focuses on building high-impact teaching practices, strong school cultures, and leadership and we reflect this in all out practice.

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.

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 $ 9 449 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 personalbenefits

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

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.

Find out if you are eligible on IKON.

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

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lisa Ledger, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail]

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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 25 September 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1065055

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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