We currently have the following positions available, commencing Term 1, 2026:
- 1 x 12 month fixed term, full-time position with possible extension and/or permanency
- 1 x 6 month fixed term, full-time position with possible extension and/or permanency
Please be advised that the FTE for the position can be negotiated for the successful applicants.
Here at Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) our motto — Imagine, Believe, Achieve — embodies our deep dedication to nurturing every student’s journey. We take immense pride in cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are inspired to dream big, have confidence in their abilities, and strive for excellence!
As an educator at Safety Bay Senior High School, you will collaborate with passionate colleagues who are committed to providing exceptional education and truly transforming the lives of our students! We aim to provide every student a pathway to a successful future where they can make choices that build on their strengths and interests, allowing them to flourish in life. To do this we build relationships with families, communities, agencies and industry to support the educational outcomes of each and every student.
Find out more about our school by visiting Safety Bay Senior High School or Schools Online.
The Role
Safety Bay SHS is seeking to appoint two dedicated and suitably qualified educators to join our Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Pathways Career Team. These positions are offered at 0.6-1.0FTE and represent an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing area of strategic focus within the school. These position(s) offer an excellent opportunity for educators who are passionate about student success and eager to contribute to a collaborative and innovative school environment.
We aim to provide our students with unique and valuable learning opportunities that help them succeed both in school and in their future careers by embedding career development within learning areas that:
- Encourages student aspirations and achievements.
- Helps to connect current learning, work, and life opportunities.
- Supports students to make informed choices and take personal responsibility.
- Provides access to relevant and timely information and networks.
The successful applicant(s) will support the delivery of Career and Employability programs to senior school students, delivery of certificate qualifications, Pathways lessons for students in Years 7 and 8, and assist students in making informed decisions regarding their post-schooling options. These roles are central to the school’s Business Plan priorities, of embedding career development across learning areas, helping students to connect their education with meaningful future pathways.
The position(s) also support students in the Industry Links Pathway, that allows students to attend school three days per week while completing nationally recognised qualifications and participating in structured workplace learning aligned with their career interests.
You should, ideally, be able to display a strong commitment and capacity to:
- Plan, teach and deliver engaging lessons across both Lower and Senior School courses.
- Develop curriculum programs that promote inquiry, debate, and critical and creative thinking.
- Use and create high-quality learning materials and digital resources.
- Assess, monitor and report on student progress in line with policy and SCSA requirements.
- Engage in moderation, feedback, and professional collaboration with colleagues.
- Build positive relationships with students that foster respect, inclusion and achievement.
Candidates should also be confident in interpreting and using school and system-level data to inform practice, have a sound understanding of career pathway options, particularly within the local context, such as employment trends, training providers, and community agencies, is highly desirable.
While a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or the Enhanced Skill Set is highly regarded, applicants without this qualification are still encouraged to apply.
Skilled 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. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Matt Shields, Deputy Principal on 9527 0200 or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Matt Shields, Deputy Principal on 0477 320 ***.
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
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. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
- 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.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted 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
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to four (4) 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 four (4) 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 your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page 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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH987332
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025
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