Teacher - English - Humanities and Social Sciences
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Please note that as of Friday, 28 March 2025 at 3.30pm, the closing date of this advert has been amended.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025.
Leonora District High School (DHS) invites applications for a dedicated English - Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join our team, teaching both primary and high school students. Located in the Goldfields-Esperance region, north of Kalgoorlie, Leonora DHS caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school has a long history of supporting the local community and embracing its cultural diversity, with 112 students, 79% of whom are of Aboriginal heritage. The curriculum incorporates the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework.
For more information about Leonora, visit leonoradhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant should possess the professional knowledge, practices, and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant English and HASS curriculum. You will promote student engagement and achievement through building productive relationships with students.
We seek a creative, hands-on teacher who works well in a collaborative environment, values strong relationships with students, parents, and the community, and can work in multi-age classes requiring differentiation. Experience in embedding the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework into daily practice is desirable.
You will engage in professional learning, work professionally with colleagues, and possess good communication and interpersonal skills. Providing a safe and supportive learning environment and enabling students to reach their potential are key responsibilities.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education offers benefits such as 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 $2,734 per year
* Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500
* 11.5% employer superannuation contributions
* 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
* Additional leave entitlements, sick and carers’ leave
* Subsidised accommodation where applicable
* Airconditioning Subsidy
* Free relocation
Eligible staff will receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500 (pro-rata for FTE and tenure), paid in installments at commencement and at the end of the school year, contingent on remaining employed in the location until year-end.
Additional incentives and assistance, including HELP/HECS, may be available for remote locations. For more details, visit the Department’s benefits webpage or contact Housing and Transport at or (08) 9264 5154.
Teachers in eligible roles may undertake a 3-year mobility appointment with a right of return to their original position, subject to eligibility criteria. More information is available on IKON.
Additional Information
For further details, contact Mohamed Youssef, Principal, at 0409130976 or
Equity and Diversity
We promote an inclusive, culturally responsive workforce reflecting the community's diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration, be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with work rights. You must apply for a WA Working with Children Check and obtain a National Criminal History Check.
Application Instructions
Applications are to be submitted online. Include a statement demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Practice, and Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, and a CV outlining your employment history and relevant professional learning.
Ensure your attachments are ready before starting your application. For tips and resources, visit the Department’s Careers Page or see the attached applicant resource.
Applications close at 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 April 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support, contact the Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127.
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies within 12 months following this process, including circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
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