At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire Aboriginal students in a supportive remote community school.
- Company: Burringurrah Remote Community School, dedicated to improving educational outcomes.
- Benefits: Free housing, competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equity and inclusion in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a unique living experience.
- Qualifications: Eligible teacher qualification and experience with Aboriginal students preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
This is a 36-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible permanency. Situated in the Upper Gascoyne of the Midwest of Western Australia, 40 kms from Mount Augustus, Burringurrah Remote Community School (RCS) is 470 km East of Carnarvon, or 300 Km West of Meekatharra. The population of Burringurrah is around 150 people. The school has 4 classrooms, a well-stocked library and runs strong pastoral care including providing 3 meals to students per day. Facilities in Burringurrah include a shop, Medical Clinic, Police Station, a Swimming Pool operating during the warmer months, and fortnightly Doctor fly-in visits. Food is bought in by refrigerated truck once per fortnight. The closest business is a small store at Mount Augustus Tourist Park, 40 km from Burringurrah. Teachers will live in the Burringurrah Community free GROH housing with no cost for utilities including water, electricity, and gas. Burringurrah RCS attracts additional bonuses as well as all the incentives that go with remote teaching.
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally understand the impact of trauma on Aboriginal students and have experience working with Aboriginal students. Understanding of Aboriginal educational needs and values is highly desirable. Burringurrah RCS values teachers who are passionate about improving, specifically literacy and numeracy, educational outcomes for Aboriginal students, and who can form genuine relationships with students. The successful applicant will ideally have undertaken training in Teach Well or similar and/or be competent at explicitly teaching Literacy and Numeracy. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team, use initiative, and exhibit a friendly, collegiate manner are essential. Teachers will need to have their own 4WD vehicle, as roads are unsealed and there is no public transport.
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 $20,870 a year
- District allowance of $6,868 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
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- 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
- Travel Concessions
- Air-conditioning subsidy
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location. For additional information on all allowances and housing, please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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.
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.
- 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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 4 December 2026. Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1069350. 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.
Teacher employer: Peel
Peel offers a unique opportunity for educators to work in a remote community, providing essential services and support to students. The company emphasizes strong pastoral care, including daily meals for students and free housing with no utility costs for teachers. This role allows for professional growth in a supportive environment while contributing to the development of a small community.
