We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher - Primary 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. Gidgegannup Primary School (PS) is a Level 4 Independent Public School located in the Shire of Swan on the rural fringe of metropolitan Perth. With approximately 180 students, our school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students, staff and families work together to achieve success. Our school is committed to continuous improvement through evidence-informed practices, explicit teaching, solid curriculum alignment, and a culture of collaboration. Staff participate in professional learning communities focused on improving student achievement through the use of high-impact teaching strategies, effective assessment practices and rigorous analysis of student data. At Gidgegannup PS, we pride ourselves on our collegiality, strong community partnerships and shared commitment to ensuring every student experiences growth and success. Find out more about our school by visiting gidgegannupps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Gidgegannup PS is seeking enthusiastic, reflective and highly effective teachers to join our 2027 Teacher Pool. We are looking for educators who are committed to achieving strong outcomes for every student and who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Suitabel applicants should display a commitment to continuous improvement, evidence-informed practice,



and active engagement in whole-school approaches that support student achievement and wellbeing. Our ideal teachers will:

- Work collaboratively and positively as part of a high-functioning team.
- Display evidence of contributing to school improvement initiatives and professional growth.
- Use student achievement and progress data to inform planning, teaching and intervention.
- Display evidence of accelerating student learning and improving student outcomes.
- Engage actively in whole-school programs, processes and agreed pedagogical practices.
- Create inclusive, supportive and engaging learning environments that foster high levels of student participation and success.
- Build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
- Reflect on their practice and seek opportunities for ongoing professional learning.

Teachers at Gidgegannup PS contribute to a culture of collective efficacy, where staff work together to continuously improve teaching practice and maximise outcomes for all students. We value educators who embrace feedback, engage professionally with colleagues, and contribute positively to our welcoming and supportive school community. Applicants with experience in, or a displayed capacity to successfully implement evidence-based programs, approaches,



or comparable initiatives are highly desirable and are encouraged to apply, including:

- University of Florida Literacy Instute (UFLI) Foundations or similar structured literacy programs.
- Word Origins or similar morphology and vocabulary instruction programs.
- Talk for Writing (T4W) or similar oral language and writing frameworks.
- Brightpath or comparable moderation and writing assessment tools.
- MathsTrek or similar evidence-based mathematics programs.
- Think Mentals or similar mental computation programs.
- (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) DIBELS or other literacy screening and progress-monitoring assessments.
- Paired Fluency Reading or similar reading fluency intervention programs.
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or similar whole-school behaviour frameworks.
- Familiarity with Science of Reading.

Experience implementing structured literacy approaches, explicit teaching practices, data-informed instruction, targeted intervention programs, and whole-school improvement initiatives will be 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 professional and personal benefits.

Contact

Want to know more? For more information about this prospect, please contact Michael Kovalevs, Principal, on (08) 9578 4000, or emailing [email protected].

Equity and Diversity

📌 Teacher - Primary (Gidgegannup)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 Gidgegannup