<p>Heritage College Perth is a K-12 God-focused school located in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 2006, the College is recognised for its strong academic outcomes, nurturing learning environment, and close-knit community founded on Bible-based values. We are committed to providing high-quality education in a safe and supportive setting where every student is encouraged to flourish.</p> <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our Kindergarten and Pre-Primary team in 2027. This full-time maternity leave position is offered for an initial period of 6-12 months, with the possibility of ongoing employment for the successful applicant.</p> <p>This rewarding multi-age teaching role is ideal for an educator who embraces play-based learning, values collaboration, and responds thoughtfully to the diverse interests, strengths, and developmental needs of young children.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>Reporting to the Principal, the successful applicant will demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent organisational, planning, and classroom management skills.</li> <li>An ACECQA-recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification (or equivalent).</li> <li>Experience implementing the National Quality Standard (NQS), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and Western Australian Curriculum (or equivalent) to develop engaging and meaningful learning programs.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.</li> <li>A genuine commitment to the vision, mission, and Bible-based values of Heritage College Perth.</li> <li>Professionalism, initiative, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to continuous improvement.</li> <li>Understanding and experience with the PLD (Promoting Literacy Development) Synthetic Phonics approach and the Bond Blocks Prevention/Intervention Program, or a willingness to undertake the required training and professional development.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience teaching in a multi-age, play-based Early Childhood setting.</li> <li>Knowledge of, or experience implementing, the Diana Rigg PLD literacy approach.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate competency in the three domains of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers:</p> <ul> <li>Professional Knowledge</li> <li>Professional Practice</li> <li>Professional Engagement</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Requirements</strong></p> <p>Your application should include:</p> <ul> <li>A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the three domains of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers in the context of this role.</li> <li>A curriculum vitae (CV) of no more than four (4) pages outlining employment history and relevant professional learning.</li> <li>Contact details for two (2) professional referees who can verify the claims made in your application, preferably including your current line manager.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Employment Requirements</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will be required to:</p> <ul> <li>Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.</li> <li>Hold or obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement.</li> <li>Hold or obtain a current Working With Children Check.</li> <li>Be currently registered with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Our Expectations</strong></p> <p>All our staff model the characteristics Heritage College is seeking to develop in our students: a God-focused perspective, honesty, integrity, care for others, reliability and professionalism. Heritage College Perth has serviced the Christadelphian and local community for more than 20 years and we pride ourselves on making every student count and being the next best place to home for a child’s education (emotional, physical, spiritual and academic).</p> <p><i>Heritage College Perth is committed to positively safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>