Branch: Wirrabirra Primary School
Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.1-1.0
Location: Gosnells
Closing Date: 2026-07-22 4:30 PM
Wirrabirra Primary School (PS) are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Wirrabirra PS is located in Gosnells with approximately 350 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are co-located with Wirrabirra Education Support Centre; staff from both schools work in collaboration to maximise learning opportunities for all students.
Our school vision of Learn, Grow, Care reflects the aspirations and core beliefs of our school and community. Our vision is the driving force behind all decisions, policies and processes and is reflected in all aspects of the daily management and operations of our school.
Currently, our school offers specialist programs in Physical Education, The Arts (Music/Visual), Languages (Indonesian) and Science. As a professional and committed staff, we have high expectations for ourselves and our students and create enabling conditions that allow students to succeed.
Find out more about our school by visiting wirrabirra.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking applicants with strong, evidence‑based teaching practices, including a range of pedagogical strategies aligned with Teaching for Impact. The ability to use data to differentiate and target student learning at point of need and knowledge of Digital Technologies is highly desirable.
Suitable applicants should create engaging, caring, and challenging learning environments that cater for diverse needs and use effective behaviour management to maintain an organised, hands-on learning environment. Experience with English as an Additional Language/Dialect students is desirable.
We are looking for reflective educators ideally committed to ongoing professional growth, including coaching, classroom observation, and feedback.
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 Kylie Salamon, Principal, on (08) 9234 6800 or emailing
[email protected].
During the school holidays, please contact Kylie Salamon on 0412 809 115.
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.
Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1048846
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 22 July 2026
