Job Description
Teacher - Primary
Branch:
Ngalapita Remote Community School
Division:
Kimberley Education Region
Salary:
Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
Koorabye
Closing Date:
2026-03-20 4:30 PM
This is a * month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension (27 month)
Ngalapita Remote Community School opened December 1, 2003, in the community of Koorabye. The name for the school comes from a nearby billabong which is central to the lives of the Aboriginal people, who, apart from the teachers, make up this community.
At Ngalapita Remote Community School we promote a culture that contributes to and supports learning. We foster academic, social and emotional achievement with respectful relationships to ensure a positive, inclusive and supportive environment. We value high quality teaching, learning and professional learning to foster teacher development, student achievement and a school that operates efficiently. We believe students, staff, parents, guardians and community are genuine partners in education who share in the teaching, learning and decision making of the school environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.
The Role
We are actively seeking a Primary Teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. You will engage in professional learning, work professionally with colleagues, and ideally have good communication and interpersonal skills, working as a member of a vibrant and enthusiastic school team.
The successful applicant should possess the ability to work in multi-age group classes requiring differentiation and have a sound awareness of how to embed the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework into daily practice. The successful applicant will ideally possess the capacity to provide a learning environment that is caring, engaging, and differentiated to cater for a range of learning needs for a small class with mostly middle primary students. As a Primary Teacher you would promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development.
Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.
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 Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $18 120 a year
District allowance of $7 436 a year
12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
Free GROH housing
Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
Vehicle relocation
Air-conditioning subsidy
Travel concession
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
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 [email protected] or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michael Brown, Principal on 0408XXXXXX or emailing [email protected].
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 CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Your CV should demonstrate your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
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/TCH1033094
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 Friday, 20 March 2026
Branch:
Ngalapita Remote Community School
Division:
Kimberley Education Region
Salary:
Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
Koorabye
Closing Date:
2026-03-20 4:30 PM
This is a * month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension (27 month)
Ngalapita Remote Community School opened December 1, 2003, in the community of Koorabye. The name for the school comes from a nearby billabong which is central to the lives of the Aboriginal people, who, apart from the teachers, make up this community.
At Ngalapita Remote Community School we promote a culture that contributes to and supports learning. We foster academic, social and emotional achievement with respectful relationships to ensure a positive, inclusive and supportive environment. We value high quality teaching, learning and professional learning to foster teacher development, student achievement and a school that operates efficiently. We believe students, staff, parents, guardians and community are genuine partners in education who share in the teaching, learning and decision making of the school environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.
The Role
We are actively seeking a Primary Teacher with exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. You will engage in professional learning, work professionally with colleagues, and ideally have good communication and interpersonal skills, working as a member of a vibrant and enthusiastic school team.
The successful applicant should possess the ability to work in multi-age group classes requiring differentiation and have a sound awareness of how to embed the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework into daily practice. The successful applicant will ideally possess the capacity to provide a learning environment that is caring, engaging, and differentiated to cater for a range of learning needs for a small class with mostly middle primary students. As a Primary Teacher you would promptly establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development.
Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.
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 Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $18 120 a year
District allowance of $7 436 a year
12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
Free GROH housing
Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
Vehicle relocation
Air-conditioning subsidy
Travel concession
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
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 [email protected] or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michael Brown, Principal on 0408XXXXXX or emailing [email protected].
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 CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Your CV should demonstrate your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
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/TCH1033094
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 Friday, 20 March 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teacher - Primary position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Aveley offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
