Teacher - K-6

Department of Education; Yanchep; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanchep Lagoon Primary School, part of the Department of Education Western Australia, invites applications to establish a pool of Kindergarten to 6 teachers for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise in 2027. Join a forward-looking Independent Public School committed to explicit teaching and evidence-based practice in a growing coastal community.

Successful applicants will contribute to high-quality teaching and student outcomes, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.

Responsibilities

• Teach K–6 in permanent or fixed-term capacities as vacancies arise.
• Collaborate with staff to uphold a culture of high expectations, student wellbeing and academic excellence.

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to 6 (K-6) 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. Join the team at Yanchep Lagoon Primary School (PS), a proud Independent Public School located in one of Western Australia's fastest-growing coastal communities. In 2025, the school proudly celebrated its 50th Anniversary, recognising five decades of educational excellence and strong community connections. At Yanchep Lagoon PS, we are committed to creating a community where confident, curious and compassionate learners grow, belong and thrive. Our staff work collaboratively within a strong culture of high expectations, evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. The school has a well-established whole-school approach to teaching and learning, underpinned by Explicit Teaching, data-informed decision making, and comprehensive curriculum pathways from K-6. Key initiatives include the Positive Behaviour Support Framework, Classroom Management Strategies (CMS), Berry Street Education Model, Talk for Writing, Sounds-Write, and consistent whole-school English and Mathematics frameworks that support high-quality teaching and positive student outcomes. Find out more about our school by visiting www.yanchep.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Ideally, we are seeking passionate and dedicated educators who value collaboration, student wellbeing and academic excellence, and who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families.

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 Paul Biemmi, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. During the school holidays, please contact Paul Biemmi on 0422 874 108.

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.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 26 October 2026.