Kalgoorlie Primary School (PS) is currently looking for a passionate teacher to join our vibrant and well-functioning team.
We are seeking a highly motivated educator who ideally has high expectations and truly believes that all children can learn and be successful. The successful applicant should be committed to putting students first and should work hard to deliver motivating and quality programs. The learning environment you create should be engaging, challenging, caring and cater for a range of needs, promoting student achievement.
The successful applicant will ideally build strong, positive relationships with students and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a consistent, learning-focused program. They should contribute to a team culture that values alignment in planning, pedagogy, and behaviour expectations. A commitment to shared purpose, professional dialogue, and collective responsibility for student success is essential. Our teachers seek, take on and implement feedback to continuously improve their teaching practice. At Kalgoorlie PS, planning is completed for you, reducing your cognitive load and allowing you to focus on the delivery of your lesson.
Our School
Kalgoorlie PS is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in the heart of the Goldfields. With a proud history dating back to 1896, we blend tradition with innovation to provide a high-quality education for every child. Our school is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
We value strong partnerships with families and the wider community, and we work collaboratively to ensure that every student is supported to reach their full potential. Our dedicated staff are passionate about making a difference and are supported by a leadership team that prioritises purpose, professional growth, and shared success.
Kalgoorlie PS is more than just a place of learning - it’s a place where relationships matter, diversity is celebrated, and every child is known and valued.
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Our Location and Community
Located in the Eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is situated 590 kilometres inland of Perth. The name Kalgoorlie is derived from the Wongai word Karlkurla, meaning "Place of the silky pears".
Kalgoorlie-Boulder is Australia's largest Outback City with a population of more than 30,000 people. It is the largest urban centre in the Goldfields region and the fifth largest in Western Australia.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder has many things to keep you busy, with an array of sports, arts and cultural activities. The world-renowned beaches at Lucky Bay and the statues at Lake Ballard are must visit places and only a short drive away. Kalgoorlie-Boulder has some of the best coffee in the state, a wide variety of shops and food outlets, a pub on nearly every corner and ‘The Round’ is a must on the social calendar if you don’t mind a flutter at the races.
Whatever the length of your stay, you are guaranteed to uncover a wealth of treasures set against a backdrop of some of the world's best architecture. Here you'll find a modern and vibrant city.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, adaptable working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
- District Allowance of $2 354 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Additional Travel Concessions
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
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For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible.
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ash Ferguson, Principal on (08) 9068 2100 or emailing.
During the school holidays, please contact Ash Ferguson on 0429 342 942.
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.
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Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold an eligible
. * 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
. * apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a
and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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
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 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/TCH998517
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
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