Overview
This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible. Cassia Education Support Centre (CESC) is a vibrant specialist school co-located with our partner primary school, delivering high-quality, inclusive education tailored to diverse student needs. We work with families, therapists, and external agencies to create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment that supports each student's intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development. Our motto, One Step at a Time, reflects our belief that learning is a continuous journey for students and staff. Located in South Hedland, the region offers access to the Pilbara's natural landscapes and opportunities for professional growth and lifestyle experiences.
If you are a dedicated educator who shares our values and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities, we welcome your application to join our team at CESC. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking a highly effective and dedicated teacher who uses explicit teaching strategies and strong classroom management to maximise student learning and wellbeing. You will be flexible, collaborative, and an excellent communicator, with a clear commitment to ongoing professional growth.
You will plan, program and assess using an integrated, differentiated curriculum to meet diverse student needs. A reflective mindset and commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
Experience supporting students with a range of disabilities is highly regarded. You will implement targeted strategies to support individual development and work effectively within an education support environment, including leading and collaborating with Education Assistants to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
You will build strong partnerships with families, therapists and external agencies, contributing positively to the wider school community to improve student outcomes.
At CESC, we invest in our people. You will benefit from structured induction, ongoing coaching and mentoring, and access to high-quality, evidence-based professional learning. Join a collaborative team culture with dedicated time for planning, reflection and professional dialogue, supporting you to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Key benefits include:
* Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13,730 per year
* District Allowance of $9,299 per year
* 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
* Air-conditioning subsidy
* Free relocation
* Additional travel concessions
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits. For additional information on allowances and housing, contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or (08) 9264 5154.
Mobility Appointments
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers: 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 end of the 3-year appointment, teachers can return to their substantive role or transfer permanently into this school. Find out if you are eligible on IKON. Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
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
* 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
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
* Step 1: Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
* Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include a statement and a CV as specified.
Ensure attachments are ready before you start your application. For tips on writing your teaching job application and for information about working for the Department of Education, visit the Department's Careers Page or see the 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, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127. Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1040163. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. The Department applies a four-day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 28 May 2026.
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