This is a 7 month fixed term, fulltime position commencing as soon as possible. Applicants who are available to commence in Term 3, 2026 are also encouraged to apply.
Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public‐School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS.
All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students and staff to achieve success.
The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement.
We aim to empower young people from diverse backgrounds so all students can be successful.
Find out more about our school by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
At Hedland SHS we have a vibrant Arts Learning Area, with a team who promotes excellence across the arts. As a recognised Specialist Arts Program (Creative Arts Extension), we have access to exceptional practical facilities including the Matt Dann Cultural Centre (a theatre which seats 300 people) including a foyer area and green room.
We aim to foster student development of arts ideas, skills and processes and creative and critical thinking through providing a range of teaching and learning strategies, and opportunities for personal growth. We provide ongoing pathways in Senior School that build students' confidence and management in community events and performances. Such opportunities allow students who want to enrich their learning through the Arts at Hedland SHS by participating in the Creative Arts Extension programme that includes a school production, music showcases, the annual Visual Arts, Media and Photography Exhibitions and music ensembles.
In this role, the successful applicant should be motivated and able to teach secondary Arts. Knowledge and experience teaching drama, dance and/or music contexts within the Western Australian (WA) Curriculum is highly desirable. You should be flexible and driven by collaboration as the role may involve team teaching opportunities with other staff members.
Professional Benefits
* Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 per year
* District allowance of $9 299 a year
* Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 see info below.
* 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
* 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
* More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carer's leave
* Subsidised accommodation where applicable
* Free relocation
* Air‐conditioning subsidy
* Travel Concessions
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.
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 have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
* 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.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tegan Walker, Deputy Principal on (08) 9158 1900 or emailing .
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026
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