This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 Waroona District High School (DHS) is a small yet distinctive Independent Public School that places the needs of our students at the centre of all that we do.

Our vision is for Waroona DHS to be the school of choice in the local community.

At Waroona DHS, we pride ourselves on our unique and supportive learning workplace.

Being a District High School we are in the unique position of being able to offer students an educational journey that commences in Kindergarten and continues in the same school until the end of Year 10.

Our school is highly supportive and safe for students who are able to form quality relationships with staff and their peers over their K-10 educational journey.

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The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join our team, and encourage candidates with experience teaching across Years 1–6 to apply.

Waroona DHS values collective teacher efficacy and is committed to a consistent, whole-school approach to teaching and learning through the implementation of Shaping Minds, which is incorporated into an evidence-based teaching and learning framework.

The successful candidate should display a willingness to learn through dedicated Professional Development and/or bring experience in explicit teaching practices, daily reviews and engagement norms.

Our school is on a journey to shared and evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning, particularly in Literacy and Numeracy.

The successful candidate would ideally be committed to teaching with and support this collaborative and consistent approach.

Current programs and supporting resources include Heggerty, PLD, Origo Mathematics and Shaping Minds.

Waroona DHS has a diverse population of students, requiring both intervention and extension or challenge at the point of need.

The successful candidate would be open to learning or be experienced with strategies to support differentiation and apply high-impact teaching strategies to support all learners.

Applicants able to use student achievement and assessment data to inform planning,



monitor progress and further adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs will be highly regarded.

We are seeking a teacher who creates a positive classroom culture where high expectations, belonging, engagement and student success are at the forefront.

Effective classroom management strategies that promote positive behaviour will be desirable.

Strong interpersonal skills would be highly regarded, enabling you to contribute positively to a collaborative team culture and build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.

Experience or an understanding of teaching in a K-10 context would be beneficial, but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated educator to make a meaningful impact within a supportive, collaborative and community-focused school, while contributing to Waroona DHS's ongoing improvement journey.

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.

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Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Moore, Deputy Principal on (08) 9782 7000 or emailing .

During the school holidays, please contact Hannah Moore on 0449 851 115.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at during the advertising period.

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 two (2) 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/TCH1064074 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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 October 2026

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