Teacher - Primary

Department of Education, Western Australia; Fitzroy Crossing; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

12% employer superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Other leave including sick and carers’

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking a Primary Teacher to join Tammin Primary School on a 6‑month fixed-term, full-time basis commencing Term 1, 2027. The role emphasizes effective communication, inclusive practice, and high expectations within whole-school programs.

The successful applicant will deliver engaging literacy and numeracy, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with staff to support student growth and wellbeing. Equity and diversity are valued.

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Must meet WA working with children and national security checks.
• Ability to foster inclusive classroom environments and growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging literacy and numeracy programs.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Collaborate with staff and communicate with parents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

Differentiation

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency. Located 180 kilometres east of Perth, Tammin Primary School (PS) caters for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a history that spans 117 years, we are proud of our friendly, caring and inclusive atmosphere. Tammin PS is consistently evolving to ensure a dynamic learning environment is provided, and staff work collaboratively to assist children in realising their potential. Our educational philosophy places strong emphasis on the implementation of systemic whole-school English and Mathematics programs, across two composite classrooms. All support staff work closely with classroom teachers to provide enriched targeted learning programs. Find out more about our school by visiting www.tamminps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Role

We are seeking a Primary Teacher who will ideally have exceptional interpersonal skills, a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As a Primary Teacher, you would ideally establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, set high expectations and cultivate a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development. We are looking for applicants who ideally exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. They should also have capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued. As members of our team, you would ideally leverage high-impact teaching strategies and showcase experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs. The successful applicant will ideally possess an understanding of differentiation to meet diverse student needs is highly valued, along with proficiency in utilising various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.

Professional Benefits

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 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 Emma De Cinque, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. During the school holidays, please contact Emma De Cinque on 0421 756 382 or email [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.

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.

Applications Close

4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026