We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher – Science - Biology for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year.
Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
A mandatory CV template is provided for use.
Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage.
The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.
Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying.
You must apply using the CV template only.
Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School
Woodvale Secondary College (SC) is seeking to appoint a pool of highly motivated and dedicated Biology teachers to join their friendly and dynamic team.
Woodvale's vision and values are reflected in the College's commitment to working together with its community to provide an innovative and caring learning environment where each student is given the opportunity to develop academic rigour and to achieve personal excellence.
An appointment to Woodvale SC presents an exciting opportunity to work with staff who possess superior interpersonal skills and work closely with students, parents, teachers and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for our students.
The College enjoys successful students who are on track for a range of post secondary pathways.
Parents are supportive and engaged with their children's education and new staff to the College recognise the success of transparent day-to-day operations.
The College is well-resourced with excellent facilities.
Its ICT capability is world class with every student bringing a laptop to school every day.
All classrooms are fitted with a seamless projection system all of which are connected to an excellent College network.
The College prides itself on developing staff to achieve their career aspirations through the provision of growth opportunities such as College facilitated professional learning, engaging in leadership roles, applying for L3CT/ST, application support and mentoring.
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The Role
Suitable applicants will ideally be motivated teachers, passionate about shaping students' futures.
They should possess excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and a repertoire of teaching strategies to engage students, ideally having knowledge of and experience in, a range of instructional strategies and tactics.
Strong knowledge and skills in the delivery of Year 11 and 12 Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Biology would be advantageous.
As a reflective practitioner, suitable applicants will possess effective data literacy knowledge and skills; and a capacity to modify their practice to meet identified student needs.
The capacity to engage in the development and implementation of innovative classroom practices, including integration of information technology into the curriculum, will be highly regarded.
In addition, suitable applicants work as part of a dedicated team to develop, review and deliver the science curriculum to ATAR level.
They should engage in 21st Century learning practices and share these practices with their colleagues.
Suitable applicants would provide excellence in creating and maintaining a supportive and safe learning environment.
They should ideally provide educational opportunities and activities which enable students to achieve their highest potential, recognising students as individuals and foster opportunities for all students to develop into effective young adults.
The College has newly installed a state of the art Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) facility.
The capacity to engage in the development and implementation of innovative classroom practices relating to the STEM facility will be high regarded.
Professional Benefits
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.
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Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Grant Richards, Vice Principal on 6207 2400 or
During the school holidays, please contact Grant Richards on 0434923790.
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.
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Eligibility
To work with us, you must: hold an eligible .
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 .
apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
NEW Application Process
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement.
The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position.
Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with: Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge
Professional Engagemen Step 3: Submit Your Application Online Click 'Apply for Job' Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager Upload your completed CV Template only.
Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help?
Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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 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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH995068
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025