Overview
Waggrakine Primary School (PS) is 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.
Do you believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in an inclusive and highly engaging learning environment? Waggrakine PS values community involvement and welcomes families as partners in education, believing that maximising parent/carer input and communication increases opportunities for our students to reach their potential. The school provides an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment where every student feels a robust sense of connection and belonging.
Waggrakine PS is an independent public school located in Geraldton, 4 hours north of Perth, on the coast with beaches and balmy weather year-round.
The Role
We are seeking to establish a pool of committed, resilient and highly motivated Primary Teachers who prioritise strong relationships with the whole school community. You will work to engage all children, families and stakeholders in developing a culturally responsive, inclusive school.
Ideal candidates will be highly collaborative and comfortable working in Professional Learning Communities and classroom teams to support each other. The role emphasises using data and research to inform teaching and learning programs and embedding differentiated practice to support all students. A growth mindset, commitment to teamwork, solution-focused problem solving, regular reflective practice and acting on feedback are highly regarded. Applicants should prioritise evidence-based teaching and learning programs and contribute to Waggrakine PS’s agreed pedagogical framework to progress student achievement in line with our purpose: “Every student, every opportunity to succeed, learn and grow.”
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education offers a range of benefits designed to support professional and personal well-being, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and leave provisions. Key benefits include:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 per year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
Find out more about benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits. For information on allowances and housing, contact Housing and Transport at or.
Mobility and Eligibility
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers are available. 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 undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment with a right of return to their substantive position. At the end of the 3-year period, teachers may return to their substantive role or transfer permanently to this school. Check eligibility on IKON. Note that South West teachers are not eligible to move to another South West school under this trial.
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 work rights for the term of the appointment
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start
- 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
All applications must be submitted online.
- Step 1: Select Apply for Job — complete the online application, including details of two referees (one preferably your current line manager).
- Step 2: Attach your documents — provide a statement of up to four pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Practice and Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, and a CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning.
It is recommended you have attachments ready before starting your application. For tips on writing your teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, see the Department’s Careers Page or the 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, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team at.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 8 October 2025
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, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.
Important Notes
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at the Department of Education, Western Australia. Sign in to set job alerts for “Teacher” roles. Waggrakine, WA, Australia; Geraldton, WA, Australia; Walkaway, WA, Australia; Northampton, WA, Australia. This posting is part of our ongoing recruitment and does not guarantee a vacancy at this time.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Teacher - Primary
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Geraldton