We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary – Music Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. 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

Alkimos Primary School (PS) opened in 2016 and currently has an enrolment of around 710 students and hosts a Specialised Learning Program for student with Autism. Our approaches to teaching and learning are that our staff members understand that the quality of relationships with students is the key. Our teachers adeptly engage families and the Alkimos school community, which is crucial to our school’s ongoing success. Our staff strive to create a highly collaborative learning environment.

Find out more about our school by visiting alkimosps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Alkimos PS is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and collaborative Specialist Music Teacher to inspire students and continue building a vibrant, inclusive music program. We are looking for someone who brings their own expertise and ideas while valuing our school’s traditions and community, creating memorable musical experiences that stay with students long after primary school.





The successful applicant willdisplay high-quality teaching practice, strong curriculum knowledge and specialist music expertise, with the ability to engage, challenge and inspire students across a range of year levels. They will have high expectations for every student and a commitment to providing purposeful, inclusive and engaging learning experiences that cater for diverse interests, strengths and levels of musical experience, enabling all students to participate, develop their skills and experience success. A sound understanding of differentiation to meet the diverse learning needs of students is important, along with the ability to use a range of assessment strategies to monitor progress, provide constructive feedback and inform future teaching and learning. A strong commitment to inclusive education is highly valued, particularly the ability to support the meaningful participation and integration of students from the Specialist Learning Program (SLP) in mainstream music classrooms.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are desired, along with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues. The successful applicant should foster a supportive learning environment that nurtures students’ musical, social and emotional development.

The ability to lead and coordinate extracurricular music opportunities, including the WA Massed Choir Festival, school choir and band, and the IMSS instrumental program, is highly desirable. Experience with Kodály and Orff approaches, as well as conducting, will be an advantage.

Working collaboratively with staff, families and community partners,



the successful applicant will help deliver performances, celebrations and events that showcase student achievement and ensure music remains a valued and thriving part of Alkimos PS.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of perks 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 personalbenefits.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Karl Chrimes, Associate Principal on (08) 9562 9800 or emailing [email protected]

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.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1067731

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close:

4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 27 October 2026

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