Teacher - K-6

We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher – K-6 for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. 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 Takari is an Aboriginal word meaning 'Tomorrow'. Established in 1969, Takari Primary School is located in the northern suburbs of Perth in the Balcatta area. We cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With an approximate population of 185 students, we are a small school where every child is known and valued. The staff are highly competent and committed to providing a supportive, safe and nurturing environment to all our students. School improvement initiatives focusing on 'Curriculum and Teaching', 'Conditions for Learning' and 'Leadership and Management' drive our strategic direction. A School Chaplain supports the Student Services team two days a week and a School Psychologist attends one day a week. The school also partners with various agencies that provide trained volunteers to work with small groups or individual students. Find out more about our school by visiting takarips.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role We are seeking innovative, enthusiastic teaching professionals with knowledge, skills and experience teaching across a broad range of year levels from K-6 and specialist areas such as The Arts and Languages. Explicit teaching strategies and evidence-based practices underpin the quality teaching and learning at Takari Primary School. Applicants with a strong commitment to professional development and continuous improvement will also be desirable. Suitable applicants will put student learning and wellbeing at the centre of their work. Teachers who thrive as part of a team that implements consistent whole school approaches will be highly regarded especially if they have successfully collaborated as part of a professional learning community which evaluates the impact of their teaching. Applicants will ideally possess the skills to use the assess, plan, teach cycle effectively to use data to drive their practice and differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of a wide range of abilities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are highly desired to engage with students, parents, staff and the wider community. Teachers who are able to build strong positive relationships with students and create a safe learning environment that encourages exploration and raising questions are highly encouraged to apply. We are seeking applicants with experience or the desire to lead small teams and projects. 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 Brett Conduit, Principal, on (08) 9253 45or education.wa.edu.au 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. Application Instructions NEW Application Process This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below. You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process. Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement. Step 2: Complete the CV template with : Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge Professional Engagement Step 3: Submit Your Application Online Click ‘Apply for Job’ Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager Upload your completed CV Template only . Note : Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel. Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application. For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached. Your application must be received before the closing date and time . Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1000354 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 October 2025 Position Title Teacher - K-6 Agency Department of Education Salary Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023) Location Balcatta Unit/Division North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Takari Primary School Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref SS/TCH1000354 Closing Date 2025-10-27 4:30 PM

Location: Perth, Western Australia, AU

Posted Date: 11/16/2025