Division: 3Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.
West Byford Primary is a level 6 school that opened in February 2013. The school is located on Kardan Boulevard, Byford; approximately 41kms south of Perth and situated in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. Byford is a rapidly growing suburb that includes a mix of young and established families. Students attending West Byford enjoy state of the art facilities in a fresh, contemporary environment.
West Byford Primary School is currently seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Primary Teacher with specialisation in Physical Education (PE) to join our dedicated team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to deliver the Physical Education and Health curriculum across Pre-Primary to Year 6. The successful applicant will work closely with another HPE team member to meet the diverse needs of our large school community, while also being confident in working independently when required.
We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about fostering high-quality teaching and learning experiences in Physical Education, Health, and Wellbeing. The ideal applicant will be energetic, committed, and driven to engage students in physical activities that promote overall health.
This specialist role requires exceptional organisational skills to effectively plan, schedule, and coordinate school-wide sporting events, including our annual Athletics and Cross-Country Carnivals, interschool sports, and other extracurricular activities. Additionally, the successful applicant will be required to build respectful and professional relationships with the Byford Sporting Schools Association-a collaborative network of PE teachers from five local schools.
A key aspect of this role will be the ability to form positive relationships with students, ensuring a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The successful applicant should be skilled in differentiating instruction to meet the complex needs of all students, providing each child with the opportunity to thrive in physical education activities.
At West Byford Primary, we take pride in our active and engaging culture. Students participate in morning fitness sessions and extracurricular sporting activities. Swimming lessons and competitive sporting carnivals are among the range of sporting opportunities available to our students.
As part of our team, you will contribute to the positive culture of the school while supporting the development of our students through dynamic and supportive teaching practices.
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.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start;
- consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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.
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
- A CV of up to five (5) 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.
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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH954911
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 March 2025.
