About the School
Champion Bay Senior High School 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 which has been set up to ensure all our 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 Role
We seek motivated applicants with a passion for teaching English at the secondary level. You will ideally have a solid understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum for English and experience in Senior School courses, including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). You should possess the professional knowledge, understandings, and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant Teaching and Learning program. In your role you will deliver a curriculum tailored to the diverse needs of all students, fostering an environment where every student is empowered to reach their full potential.
We are a school dedicated to the development of quality teaching and learning through our Whole School Instructional Framework and Instructional Coaching. Using Classroom Management Strategies and a restorative practice model helps teachers to be leaders in their classroom with the assistance of our CAT trained staff. Further support with more complex issues is available through our extensive pastoral care team consisting of team leaders, Year Coordinators, Student Services Managers and Associate Principals.
You should ideally possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with students, colleagues, and parents. Additionally, you should be an effective team member, contributing to a positive culture of success where students are motivated to achieve their personal best. We place value on linking learning with real‑world experiences, ensuring students gain currency for pathways beyond school.
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 school administrators employed in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary ARI payment of $2,000 (gross – pro‑rated for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff receive a percentage of this payment upon commencement, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to receive the second payment.
Mobility appointments
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school may elect to undertake this role as a 3‑year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3‑year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role or transfer permanently into this school. Note that south‑west teachers are not eligible to move to another south‑west school under this trial.
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
* Hold an eligible teaching qualification.
* 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.
* Consent to a screening clearance number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
The application process is entirely online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
In addition to the application form, your application should include:
* A statement of up to four (4) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the role and the context of the position and school.
* A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
Attachments should be uploaded before you submit the application. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS / TCH
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
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