Teacher - Education Support

We currently have the following positions available, commencing Term 2, 2026:

• 2x permanent full-time positions
• 1x permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position
• 1x permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position

All teaching and support staff bring extensive experience in the field of Special Needs education. A high staff-to-student ratio ensures the delivery of personalised one-on-one and small group instruction, enabling tailored support to meet each student’s individual learning needs. Currently, East Victoria Park Education Support Centre (ECS) has seven classrooms, with an additional classroom opening in Term 2, to support our growing school community.

Classrooms are air-conditioned, spacious, and well-resourced to deliver a wide range of learning programs. The Centre’s facilities include a Mini Woolies, a garden area, an early childhood playground, and a covered outdoor learning space.

Located onsite with East Victoria Park Primary School the Centre shares access to the campus library, assembly area, and playgrounds. Strong partnerships with the primary school provide students with valuable opportunities to participate in transition programs and broader learning experiences, supporting inclusion and community engagement.

Find out more about our school by visiting eastvictoriaparkesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

East Victoria Park ESC is seeking to appoint  passionate and innovative Teachers, ideally with expertise in designing highly engaging and personalised learning opportunities for students with diverse needs.

The successful applicants will ideally be dedicated and enthusiastic educators, and innovative practitioners, and highly motivated professionals who thrive in a collaborative team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are desirable, along with ideally the ability to work effectively within a team. A willingness to actively engage in professional learning and liaise with colleagues, parents, and external networks is highly valued. The role also requires the capacity to provide clear direction to Education Assistants and to build positive, trusting relationships across the whole school community.

Applicants with knowledge and experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Letters and Sounds, Talk 4 Writing, Zones of Regulation, the Berry Street Education Model, and Positive Behaviour Support will be highly regarded.

The successful applicants will deliver purposeful and engaging learning programs that support the development of students’ communication skills, independence, and functional literacy and numeracy through relevant, individualised learning opportunities.

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 Christina Maunick-Sallie, Principal, on (08) 6228 0750 or emailing  Christina.Maunick-Sallie@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

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 Australian Professional Standards for Teachers 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 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: SS/TCH1013904

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 Tuesday, 11 March 2026