Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Teacher - Early Childhood Education Branch Salary: $85,610 – $124,016 per annum (pro‑rate, SEA GA 2023). Work type: Fixed Term – Full Time. Location: Gnowangerup. Closing date: 8 December 2025, 4:30 PM (AWST). This is a 12‑month fixed‑term, full‑time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency. Gnowangerup is a small town with a diverse population just an hour and a half’s drive north of Albany in WA’s Great Southern region. The drive goes through the magnificent Stirling Ranges – the state’s premier hiking destination. Prosperous surrounding farms drive the local economy along with thriving light industrial businesses. Social life is often centred around sports and a thriving arts scene in the region. The Role We are seeking an Early Childhood Education Teacher who will be passionate, motivated, and a skilled educator committed to improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole‑school approaches, explicit teaching, and instructional strategies. It is highly desirable that the successful applicant is committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. You should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. We seek applicants who are innovative, possess high‑quality teaching skills and knowledge, and who are committed to ongoing professional growth, support current whole‑school processes, and are collegial, effective collaborators. Professional Benefits 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays) Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation Find out more about the benefits by visiting our benefits page . 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 diversity page for more details. Eligibility Hold an eligible qualification. 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 eligibility page . Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start. Consent to a background 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 work‑related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager. Step 2 : Attach your documents A statement of up to three pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the WA Curriculum and the context of the position and school. A CV of up to three 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, visit the Department’s website or see our applicant resource attached. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS / TCH 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‑day breach period to this selection process. Applications close (AWST) on Monday, 8 December 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr