Early Childhood / Primary Class Teacher (Year 1)

About the role

Al-Hidayah Islamic School, a private, independent, co-educational school in Bentley, Western Australia founded in 1994, is seeking a passionate, dedicated Early Childhood/Primary Teacher (Year 1) to start in Term 1, 2027. The school offers an Islamic Studies and WA Curriculum programme and uses a play-based, inquiry-based approach (the Walker Learning approach). The successful applicant will create a warm, nurturing and stimulating classroom where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.

Key responsibilities

• Create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment that supports children's wellbeing, independence and confidence.
• Promote purposeful, play-based learning and design rich learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration and discovery.
• Integrate play-based learning, intentional teaching and explicit instruction to support children's learning and development.
• Support children's progression through the early years of schooling and demonstrate strong knowledge of early literacy and numeracy.
• Advocate for the Islamic nature of the school, with a good working knowledge of Islam based on the Quran and Sunnah.

Required profile

• Recognised teaching qualification in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education or an equivalent (minimum four-year tertiary qualification).
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).
• Current Working with Children Check or eligibility to obtain one.
• Competency in teaching using English as the medium of instruction.
• Highly desirable: experience across both early childhood and primary, experience with play-based learning alongside intentional teaching and explicit instruction, and the Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education) from CITE at Adelaide University.

Required skills

• Proficiency in the Western Australian Curriculum, Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Knowledge of Islamic pedagogy and the ability to integrate an Islamic worldview into teaching and classroom practice.

To apply, candidates submit a cover letter, resume/CV, copies of their teaching qualification, TRBWA registration, Working with Children card and police clearance, and proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia. Applications close on Friday, 13 November 2026.