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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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2026. 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
Parkwood Primary School (PS) opened in 1975 and is at the eastern end of the Fremantle-Peel Education District. The school sits adjacent to Lynwood Senior High School. Our students enjoy quality facilities, equipment, and resources to enhance their learning experiences. The school has a current student enrolment of approximately 600 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Including 80 children in the Intensive English Centre.
Find out more about our school by visiting Parkwood Primary School or Schools Online .
The Role
The Executive Leadership Team is seeking passionate and committed primary teachers to join our school community. Teachers at Parkwood PS are committed to building a 'school of excellence' and will endeavour to create opportunities for every child to be successful. The suitable applicants should ensure that student success, engagement and well-being sit at the heart of everything they do. They will ideally prioritise developing positive relationships with students, staff and families, to ensure a genuine sense of belonging and trust, and will uphold high expectations for both them and their students.
Teachers at Parkwood PS follow a whole school explicit teaching pedagogy aligned to the Quality Teaching Strategy and Teaching for Impact. The Berry Street Educational Model is also fully implemented, and teachers follow the strategies of the program daily. Suitable applicants should be committed to working as part of a dynamic and collaborative team and welcome ongoing professional learning to ensure the success of all through a focus on life-long learning. Experience teaching in schools with a strong explicit teaching focus is desirable.
It is desirable to have experience or knowledge of Explicit Phonics and High Impact Teaching Strategies, as well as a strong understanding of, or experience working with, students with diagnosed or suspected disabilities; however, this is not a requirement.
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 Craig Skinner, Principal on (08) 9235 1400 or emailing Craig.Skinner@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:
1. Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
2. 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
* Professional Knowledge
* Professional 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/TCH987831
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 August 2025
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