Applicants from the previous process IPS/TCH1060789 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply. We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. We are currently seeking to expand our cohort of experienced Early Childhood Teachers with the qualifications and capability to deliver curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 2.

At Mount Helena Primary School (PS) we are committed to creating a supportive community where every student is empowered to achieve their personal best. Our mission is to provide a strong educational foundation that fosters academic excellence, resilience, and a growth mindset, enabling students to embrace challenges with confidence and pride. We strive to equip students for future success by nurturing the values of respect, resilience, integrity and kindness within themselves, their relationships and the wider world. We believe every student has the potential to thrive academically, socially, creatively and emotionally, and we are dedicated to inspiring lifelong learners who are curious, confident and ready to contribute positively to a diverse world. At the heart of our success is a robust sense of community. Mount Helena PS is supported by a highly engaged and connected P&C; and School Council, who work collaboratively with staff to promote the school, enhance opportunities for students, and strengthen community partnerships.

We are seeking passionate and committed educators who share our belief in inclusive practices, student wellbeing and high expectations for all learners.



Successful applicants will be relationship-focused professionals who value collaboration, embrace evidence-informed practice, and are committed to helping every student become a kind, respectful, responsible and active learners.

The role suitable applicants will ideally display a commitment to excellence by promoting, modelling and maintaining high expectations for all students while adhering to whole-school approaches that are evidence-based and informed by current research. They should implement high-impact teaching strategies and use ongoing formative assessment to provide timely feedback, monitor student progress, and plan differentiated learning experiences that respond to individual student needs. A strong focus on student growth, achievement and continuous improvement is highly desirable. Ideally, we are seeking highly motivated, skilled and dedicated educators who are passionate about improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day. Suitable applicants would embrace our whole-school approaches, including explicit teaching and evidence-informed instructional practices, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. Knowledge of programs such as UFLI, Heggerty, Spelling Mastery and Impact Curriculum would be highly regarded, along with a commitment to implementing whole-school policies, procedures and lesson design frameworks.



Suitable applicants should value the use of student data to inform teaching, actively engage in professional learning and reflective practice, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and sustainable change. Building strong partnerships with families and the wider community to support student learning is also a key expectation of the role.

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.

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:

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website .

- 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.
- 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/TCH1069811 The Department applies a four (4)

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