We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 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 Mount Hawthorn Primary School (PS) opened in 1906 and is situated on Whadjuk Noongar boodja. The school caters for 940 students in Kindergarten to Year 6 with four to six classes per year level, and offers exceptional specialist opportunities for students in science, music, sport, Aboriginal culture, and visual art. Our dedicated and professional teachers maintain an environment which supports each child every day to achieve their personal best. In addition, we constantly aim to deliver the highest standards of pastoral care and support services to enable our students to thrive. Find out more about our school by visiting mounthawthornps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role We are actively seeking teachers who ideally have great interpersonal skills, communicate effectively, and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. Suitable applicants should promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, set high expectations and nurture students' social and emotional development. Suitable applicants should embrace our improvement agenda and strategic direction to implement whole school evidence-based teaching practices. They would ideally have the capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as a willingness to continuously grow their pedagogical skills. Experience with the science of learning, explicit teaching strategies, engagement norms, and daily review 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 . Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leon Wilson, Principal on (08) 9338 0550 or Leon.Wilson@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 KnowledgeProfessional 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 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS/TCH989026 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 1 September 2025
