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Teacher - English - Drama
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Department of Education, Western Australia
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. This position will be comprised of 0.6 FTE Drama and 0.4 FTE English. 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
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) has an established reputation where all students are motivated to achieve excellence in their academic, sporting and cultural endeavours. Our students are friendly, confident and successful and our teaching and support staff provide a distinctive, comprehensive education with strong academic and vocational pathways assisted by effective pastoral care programs. Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online.
The Role
Lesmurdie SHS is seeking to appoint a passionate and innovative teacher who is responsive to change and can cater for the learning styles of future ready students. The successful applicant will have the ability to facilitate the development of independent and confident learners and be willing to join our team of like-minded professionals. The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to provide students with the highest quality curriculum delivery and programs within the Arts and English Learning Area. You will ideally have thorough understanding of instructional and curriculum design whilst keeping abreast of the latest developments within the Learning Area. The ability to teach Year 7-12 Drama, including Senior School General Drama is highly regarded. The ability to teach Senior School English is also highly regarded but not essential. You will be reflective in assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice and able to cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment, underpinning our core value of respect. You will work collaboratively with all members of the school and wider community to provide quality educational experiences through promoting the school's vision and strategic directions. Specifically, you will be student and relationship focused and able to provide engaging, relevant and meaningful learning. The successful applicant would cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment, underpinning Lesmurdie SHS core values: Curiosity, Aspiration, Respect and Environment. You will work collaboratively with all members of the school and wider community to provide quality educational experiences through promoting the school's vision and strategic directions. Lesmurdie SHS is a full BYOD school, and expertise in using this platform to enhance student achievement is highly regarded.
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.
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
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 Engagement
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 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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH996233
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025
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📌 Teacher - English - Drama
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth