Teacher - Primary - Year 4

Department of Education, Western Australia; Canning; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development

Attractive leave provisions

Job summary

Excelsior Primary School seeks an experienced Year 4 teacher to join the Years 4 to 6 Phase of Learning. The role is a 12-month fixed term, full-time appointment commencing Term 1, 2027, with possible extension and potential permanency.

The school uses Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and high impact teaching strategies, including daily reviews and participation tactics, with BYOD (Apple IPAD) and opportunities for coaching for ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within the Years 4 to 6 Phase of Learning team.
• Utilise high impact teaching strategies, daily reviews and participation tactics.
• Engage in coaching cycles as part of ongoing professional growth.

Job description

This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Excelsior Primary School is an Independent Public School located in the suburb of Canning Vale with an enrolment of 320 students in 17 classes from Kindergarten to Year 6.

We have high expectations for all students and are focused on providing our students with every opportunity to succeed and develop the skills to become confidents, lifelong learners. Our teaching staff deliver very high-quality education programs which are differentiated to meet individual learning needs. We aim to engage every student in the learning process to raise academic standards across all areas of the Curriculum with a clear vision and the establishment of effective management structures to support achievement.

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The Role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Year 4 Teacher who will work collaboratively within our innovative Years 4 to 6 Phase of Learning team, where teamwork, creativity, and shared practice are highly valued.

Our school is committed to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and the use of high impact teaching strategies, including daily reviews and participation tactics, to create a supportive and engaging learning environment in which all students can succeed. You will join a skilled and forward-thinking team that values collaboration, welcomes new ideas, and is dedicated to delivering high-quality learning experiences for every student.

Our culture is characterised by strong professional support, openness, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement and excellence. Experience with Teach Well or Shaping Minds, and the 7 Steps of Writing is desirable but not essential. As a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD – Apple IPAD) school, confidence in the use of digital technologies to support and value add to teaching and learning is advantageous. The successful applicant will ideally also display a willingness to engage in coaching cycles as part of ongoing professional growth.

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 .

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.

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 Monday 16 November 2026