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This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025.
At Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS), we not only strongly believe in achieving academic success, but also the development of a well-rounded individual who genuinely comprehends the importance of contributing positively to society. To this end, we offer a wealth of opportunities to provide every student with a pathway to a successful future. In 2022, Girrawheen SHS was awarded the Excellence in Teaching and Learning (Secondary) Award. In 2023, Girrawheen SHS became a Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS) Lead School and has continued in this capacity in 2024 and 2025.
Our school has a strong focus on bettering student academic achievement so that our students may enter the world as well-equipped as possible to pursue any opportunity that may become available. We provide a range of pathways to post school success including Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank. We work with a whole school approach towards improving numeracy and literacy levels amongst our students.
Find out more about our school by visiting girrawheenshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a motivated Secondary Generalist teacher with the ability to teach across learning areas including Science, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health Education, HASS and English. Ideally the applicant will have the ability teach classes from Year 7 to 10 and be willing to upskill to teach Foundation and General courses.
The successful applicant should possess a sound understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. Applicants will ideally have the necessary knowledge, skills, and understanding to prepare students for NAPLAN and OLNA. We are seeking an applicant who has proven abilities in program planning and instructional practice to facilitate improved student outcomes.
The successful applicant should be able to provide engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences. The learning environment you create should be differentiated, challenging, caring and creative, while catering for a range of needs that sees all students progressing and achieving. Additionally, the successful applicant will ideally be able to utilise evidence-based teaching practices whilst employing a range of assessment and reporting methods.
You will ideally support the implementation of the school business plan, work and teach in a team environment, and be committed to whole school approaches and initiatives. The successful applicant should be able to build and maintain a positive learning environment therefore effective classroom management is critical to this role. Teachers at Girrawheen SHS apply the principles of the school’s explicit model of instruction in their work.
As the successful applicant, you would preferably actively participate in professional learning opportunities and continually reflect on your classroom practice to sustain a culture of high-quality teaching and ongoing improvement. You will ideally be able to articulate a clear vision that complements and supports the school’s excellent culture in teaching and learning.
Professional 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 Barbara Newton, Principal on (08) 9247 0555 or
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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 three (3) 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 two (2) 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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH974222
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 Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
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