Teacher - Primary - Science Specialist

Department Of Education, Western Australia; Canning; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salaries

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development

Attractive leave provisions

Descripción de la vacante

Burrendah Primary School in Willetton is seeking a contemporary and engaging K-6 Science Teacher for a permanent full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will deliver hands-on, inquiry-based science aligned to the WA Curriculum and lead school-wide STEM activities while collaborating with staff and the wider community.

You will coordinate Science Week and lead teams such as Lego League, Solar Car and RAC Challenge, building on sustainability initiatives and ensuring

Formación

• Deliver a hands-on, inquiry-based science program aligned with the WA Curriculum (Years 1–6).
• Ability to lead and coordinate STEM initiatives and cross-curricular links.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and support staff to support inclusive learning.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver a hands-on, inquiry-based science program aligned with WA Curriculum.
• Coordinate Science Week as a whole-school event and lead STEM teams (Lego League, Solar Car, RAC).
• Foster curiosity and creativity, engaging students and the wider community.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers across year levels to ensure accessible science learning.
• Design engaging lessons and projects within school budget and planning framework.

Conocimientos

Science teaching

Inquiry-based teaching

Curriculum alignment

School collaboration

Descripción del empleo

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

Burrendah Primary School (PS), in Willetton, caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school reflects our aspiration to see our students achieve to the best of their ability, by providing a supportive learning environment.

We provide a broad and balanced curriculum for our students, with system testing results being consistently high. Students access well regarded specialist programs in our purpose-built science laboratory/music specialist rooms, as well as health and physical education and visual arts. Students in Years 3 to 6 also have the opportunity to study Italian.

Find out more about our school by visiting or .

The Role

Burrendah PS is seeking a contemporary and engaging K-6 Science Teacher to join our teaching team. As a member of our team, you will ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher who is committed to being actively involved within the school and wider community, highly reflective in your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. You should be willing and able to take on additional roles and extra-curricular programs to provide extension options to our highly engaged and high potential learners.

To be successful for this position, the successful applicant should be able to display the ability to deliver a hands-on, inquiry-based program that is closely aligned with the Western Australian Science Curriculum (Years 1-6). Their teaching program should have a strong focus on Science Inquiry Skills - students plan and conduct fair tests, collect data, and communicate their findings using scientific language.

The role involves coordinating Science Week as a whole-school celebration, leading our Lego League, Solar Car and RAC Challenge Teams, fostering curiosity, creativity, and community engagement. The position offers opportunities to build on existing and create new sustainability and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) initiatives that have been developed in previous years. Collaboration with classroom teachers (including Pre-primary and Kindergarten) and support staff is highly regarded to ensure Science learning is accessible, inclusive, and linked across learning areas. Creativity and resourcefulness are key - the role suits someone who enjoys designing engaging lessons and projects within a budget that is aligned to Operational Planning and the school’s Strategic Plan.

We are looking for a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. A collaborative approach, commitment to ongoing professional growth, and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school are highly regarded.

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 .

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rebekah Melville, Deputy Principal, on [phone] or email .

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.

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Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible .
• 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 .
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a 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 Monday, 9 November 2026