Teacher - Primary - Languages

This is a 9 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.  

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

With a vision of Together, Millars Well Primary School (PS) has an unwavering focus on ensuring that all of us work together to ensure that everyone within our community experiences both friendship and achievement.

Our staff are highly collaborative, open, supportive and welcoming. Our school’s culture is connected, safe and nurturing. We stand by our vision of Together and are genuinely committed to ensuring everyone, including our staff experiences Friendship and Achievement.

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

The Role

We seek a motivated Teacher with an in depth understanding of the Western Australian Languages Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices to support second language learning.

A skillset in Japanese is highly regarded; however, we are open to the delivery of other languages.

The successful applicant should have knowledge in teaching Languages Other Than English through classroom teaching and high-level speaking, reading and writing skills.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated and hold themselves accountable to delivering best practice. They will have the ability to work in an environment characterised by whole school connected practice, collaborative team structures and a strong commitment to professional growth.

Build by our staff, Our Framework clearly defines our agreed whole school approaches alongside how we work with and support one another at our school. Additionally, Our Framework articulates why we exist, how we behave and how we know what we are doing is working.

The successful applicant will be expected to align themselves to Our Framework.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• district allowance of $9 449 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• subsidised accommodation where applicable
• free relocation
• air-conditioning subsidy
• travel concessoins

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Byrne, Principal on (08) 9187 6900 or emailing Fiona.Byrne@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

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.  

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position.Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panelas part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
  • Professional Knowledge
  • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’
2. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
3. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

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: IPS/TCH1028665

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, 16 March 2026