Teacher - Primary

Department of Education; Shire Of Collie; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

12 percent employer contributions to 


12 weeks’ vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Job summary

Fairview Primary School is seeking a primary teacher for a 12-month fixed-term position with possible extension within the Western Australian Department of Education. You will foster an inclusive classroom, set high expectations, and implement engaging literacy and numeracy programs with differentiation.

You will apply best practices, employ high-impact teaching strategies, and contribute to a nurturing school culture focused on CARE and achievement.

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or valid visa with work rights for term.
• WA Working with Children Check and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check required.

Responsibilities

• Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment and high expectations.
• Deliver engaging literacy and numeracy programs with high-impact strategies.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and provide feedback.
• Utilise varied assessment tools to inform progress and guide planning.
• Collaborate within whole-school connected practices and pursue ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Growth mindset

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only. Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only . Application documents in any other format will not be accepted. The School At Fairview Primary School (PS), we strive to provide a rich learning environment, to inspire all children to achieve their personal best, both academically and socially. We do this by working hard to achieve our school motto of ‘A fair view of all things’ and following our ethos of ‘CARE’. ‘CARE’ is central to our practice at Fairview PS and is the basis for the language of our school: At Fairview PS we Cooperate , we strive to Achieve , and we show Respect and Enthusiasm . As an Independent Public School, part of the Western Australian Department of Education, we use the autonomy the system provides us to best meet the needs of our students. A point of difference for our school is our whole school pastoral care and literacy focus. Skills and strategies to engage in our social world are actively taught. Positive behaviour is the expectation, and inevitable conflict is managed through restorative practices. We believe that no child will achieve to their potential unless learning occurs in a nurturing environment by people who care. We pride ourselves on having a calm, caring and respectful school. Find out more about our school by visiting fairviewps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

Fairview PS is seeking a primary teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills, displaying a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As a primary teacher at Fairview PS, you will promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, set high expectations, and cultivate a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development. Ideally, you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to thrive in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued. As a member of our team, you will ideally leverage high-impact teaching strategies, including a clear understanding of an explicit approach to teaching and bring experience in designing and delivering engaging literacy and numeracy programs. 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].

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;
• 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.

During the school holidays, please contact Christine Cook on 0401 830 778.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 22 October 2026.