This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency.
The School
Champion Bay Senior High School (CBSHS) is the largest independent public school in the Midwest region of Western Australia. We have a strong commitment to continuous improvement in teaching and learning through reflective practice, with a focus on quality teaching and learning as detailed in our business plan. The care we offer each and every student defines our purpose. We have a rigorous student services and wellbeing program that ensures all students are well cared for socially, emotionally, physically and academically. Staff and students work together to demonstrate our agreed values of Respect, Aspire and Resilience.
The Location and Community
The City of Greater Geraldton (CGG) is one of nine regions of WA and has much to offer in terms of sport, culture and tourism. With a population of approximately 40,000, the CGG covers an area of about 472,000 square kilometres and includes the towns of Mullewa and Walkaway. Apart from sporting and cultural activities, Geraldton offers a quality lifestyle. It is the centre of the WA rock‐lobster industry and a productive agricultural region. Geraldton Port Authority moves grain, mineral sands, iron ore and other goods. During the wild‐flower season, the outlying areas of Geraldton are renowned for their stunning wildflowers.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.championbayshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will promote and foster student engagement and academic achievement in a supportive environment where success is celebrated. Flexibility in practice, commitment to personal and professional growth and collaboration within the school community and neighbouring schools are highly regarded.
The applicant should be student‐ and relationship‐focused, innovative, motivated, and able to work collaboratively in team environments. The applicant should have the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school Health and Physical Education curriculum. An expert practitioner should commit to excellence in teaching and regular self‐reflection. A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to complete) is highly desirable.
Teachers at CBSHS are expected to provide integrated, personalised, authentic learning experiences. Ideal candidates have knowledge of High Impact Teaching Strategies (Teachwell or similar), formative assessment, and a Classroom Management System for building positive relationships and engaging families. Teachers will commit to developing and implementing our school‐wide pedagogical framework.
The school has a strong STEAM focus and works in partnership with local primary schools, industry and tertiary education. The ideal applicant will develop innovative classroom practices using the school's ICT infrastructure and embed 21st‐century skills.
The school values pastoral care and social‐emotional learning initiatives. Commitment to the school's vision, moral purpose and values, and active promotion within the school and wider community, are highly regarded.
Professional Benefits
* Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $5 000 per year
* District allowance of $1 239 a year
* Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000
* 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
Teachers and administrators in 2026 are eligible for a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro‐rated for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff receive a percentage on commencement, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed until the end of the school year for the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply at this school.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting the professional and personal benefits page.
For additional information on allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information, please contact Neil Wyatt, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9965 8300 or emailing .
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce that reflects the diversity of 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
* Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start.
* 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 work‐related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
* A statement of up to two 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 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 a strong teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, visit the Department's Careers Page or see our applicant resource.
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/TCH1047223
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‐day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 June 2026
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