Opportunities for Secondary Teachers – Regional
Department of Education WA – Western Australia
12d ago, from Western Australia Government
Western Australia is a great place to live and teach. Our public schools are all across our vast state, offering you opportunities to live and teach in incredible locations.
Our purpose is clear: every student, every classroom, every day.
Come and join us.
The Department of Education is seeking applications for secondary teachers to fill vacancies across Western Australia. Opportunities are for a full-time contract including living and working in the Goldfields DAMA region.
Benefits
* Great salary – commencement salary based on prior teaching experience
* Attractive allowances for teaching in certain locations
* 5% 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 to your new location for permanent contracts or those of one school year or more
Why work in a regional area?
Western Australia offers diverse landscapes from white sandy beaches to the outback. Regional teachers enjoy community, career growth, and positive relationships with students and parents. Cultural awareness is important; Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework guides culturally responsive practices.
Who we are looking for
Must hold a recognised initial teacher education qualification: completed Bachelor of Education, equivalent undergraduate degree and post‑graduate teaching qualification.
Eligibility and training
* Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
* Current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement
* Current Working with Children Check
* Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course completion
* Department's induction programme within three months of commencement
* Any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
Teachers in their final year of study or first two years of teaching can apply to the Graduate Teacher Pool.
Job duties
Delivering curriculum using a range of teaching techniques; encouraging and developing students' interests and abilities through creative activities.
Guiding discussions and supervising work in class; preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording results.
Providing feedback on progress to students and parents.
Behaviour management across all school areas.
Attendance of and participation in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops.
Maintaining class and scholastic records.
Participation in extra‑curricular tasks (sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programmes).
Supervising student teachers as required.
Application process
All applications are submitted online. Click the link and follow the instructions.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position
* The contact details for two work‑related referees, preferably one being your current line manager
* Identification (e.g., birth certificate, passport, marriage certificate – no driver's licences)
* Proof of eligibility to work in Australia (citizenship papers, work visa documents including date of entry, VEVO)
* Academic transcripts identifying course of study, including undergraduate degrees and any postgraduate qualifications. The transcripts must include your name, university name, course name, units completed, and course completion or conferral date.
Documents should be ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job". Applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time. After submission you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (contact details omitted).
Work Type
* Permanent – Part Time
* Permanent – Full Time
* Fixed Term – Part Time
* Fixed Term – Full Time
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