Teacher - Primary - Physical Education at WA Public School Jobs - WA State Education Jobs.

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This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Riverton Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public-School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are a welcoming and inclusive community where students work collaboratively in a rich and supportive learning environment to achieve their academic, social, and emotional potential. Our school maintains a strong focus on English, Mathematics, and Science, while also offering specialist programs in Music, Japanese, Art, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Physical Education.

Find out more about our school by visiting Riverton Primary School or Schools Online

Riverton PS is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and dynamic Physical Education Teacher to join our team. The successful applicant would be responsible for delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate Physical Education lessons from Year 1 to Year 6. A key focus of this role is the explicit teaching of Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS), particularly in the junior years, to build strong foundations for lifelong physical activity and improved student outcomes. The ideal applicant will display a deep understanding of FMS and be committed to fostering physical literacy through evidence-based teaching practices.

This role requires alignment with the Department of Education's Quality Teaching Strategy and Teaching for Impact Framework, ensuring that all students are supported to achieve their full potential. The ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D), learning difficulties, and disabilities, is highly desirable. The successful applicant would also support the inclusion of students from Riverton Education Support Centre (RESC) into mainstream Physical Education programs, creating an environment where all students can thrive.

Strong organisational skills are important. The successful applicant would plan, coordinate, and deliver a variety of school-wide sporting programs, including whole-school events, interschool competitions, and excursions. They will ideally be capable of managing competing priorities and ensuring events are well-executed, inclusive, and promote student engagement. Experience in managing a cost centre to support Physical Education outcomes is also desirable. Collaboration with colleagues to ensure the seamless integration of events into the broader school calendar is highly valued.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical to this role. The successful applicant should build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, families, and external stakeholders. Clear and open communication will support a shared understanding of the school's goals for Physical Education and foster strong community support for programs and events. The ability to represent Riverton PS professionally in various contexts is important.

If you are a passionate educator committed to making a positive impact through Physical Education, we encourage you to apply and become part of our vibrant and supportive school community.

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.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brandon Ellis, Deputy Principal on (08) 9237 27***or emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Brandon Ellis on 0418 211 ***.

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.

• 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.

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 four (4) 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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH992967

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, 24 October 2025

Job Info:

• Company: WA Public School Jobs - WA State Education Jobs.
• Position: Teacher - Primary - Physical Education
• Work Location: Riverton WA
• Country: AU

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