Teacher – Primary – Physical Education

at Pannawonica School, Pannawonica, Australia
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Closing date: 31 January 2027
First seen: 2 November 2026, on a public job listing

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The advert

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency Pannawonica School stands as an Independent Public School situated in the Western Pilbara, offering comprehensive education from Kindergarten to Year 12 (K-12). In our capacity as a small and remote community, we place a strong emphasis on fostering collaboration and communication, both within the school and the broader town. This position demands a strong commitment to upholding and nurturing the school's unique and vibrant culture. Our esteemed staff at Pannawonica School are characterised by their motivation, professionalism, and the formation of a close-knit collegiate group, which excels in effective collaboration and responsiveness to the diverse needs of our students and community. The school adheres to a 'whole staff' approach, where every member is actively involved in school planning, activities, and continuous professional development. Our school vision is 'Ohana' which means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. Our purpose is to make sure that our children, our staff, our parents/caregivers, and our community members do not get left behind academically, socially/emotionally, physically, or culturally. Pannawonica School is a dynamic and engaging environment for both work and learning. The community itself is distinguished by its unique nature, as one of the few remaining 'closed mining towns' operated by Rio Tinto. Living in Pannawonica comes with a range of benefits due to its 'closed' designation, including heavily subsidised housing and utilities, along with access to various free community services, including a gymnasium, bulk-billed medical centre, swimming pool, and drive-in cinema, among others. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online or Pannawonica School . The Role The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated and skilled Physical Education teacher who is committed to improving outcomes for every child, every day. The position may need to be topped up with teaching some lessons other than Physical Education, such as Health. This will be determined in consultation with the Principal and Deputies. It is highly desirable that the successful applicant is committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. They should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. We are seeking an applicant who is innovative and possess high quality teaching skills and knowledge. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators.. 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 $10 210 a year District allowance of $9 299 a year Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1 400 see info below. 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 Teachers and school administrators employed at Pannawonica Primary School in 2027 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1 400 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location. 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 Brian Simpson, Principal, on (08) 9134 9000 or emailing Brian.simpson@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 three (3) 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: IPS/TCH1070340 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 November 2026

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