Overview
Join to apply for the
Teacher - English
role at
Department of Education, Western Australia
. We are seeking to establish a pool of English Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Northam Senior High School (SHS) stands on the bank of the Avon River and has a proud history of providing a comprehensive curriculum to students in Years 7-12 from Northam and surrounding Wheatbelt districts. With over 650 students, we are the largest school in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. Our vision is "A Community United", and we work in partnership with students, staff, parents/carers and the community to establish positive and productive relationships. Northam SHS focuses on embedding trauma-informed and restorative practices to prioritise student belonging, voice and mastery in a strengths-based model.
For more information about the school, visit or Schools Online.
Responsibilities
Teach English to students across Year 7–12, contributing to the delivery of engaging teaching, learning and assessment practices.
Collaborate within the English team and with the broader school community to meet academic and social-emotional needs of students.
Utilise current and emerging technologies to enhance teaching and learning and employ strategies such as explicit teaching, cooperative learning, differentiated instruction and inquiry learning.
Demonstrate reflective practice and a commitment to inclusive education, fostering growth mindsets and student progress for all learners.
Qualifications and Experience
Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration for the WA teaching context.
Strong professional knowledge of the Year 7–12 Western Australian English Curriculum.
Experience with Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses, including ATAR, General and Foundation courses, or relevant literacy intervention experience.
Belief that all students can reach their potential and a range of effective instructional strategies to foster inclusive practice.
Professional Benefits
Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 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
Free relocation
Find out more about the professional and personal benefits.
Mobility and Eligibility
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers: eligible permanent teachers may undertake a 3-year mobility appointment with a right of return to their substantive position. At the end of the mobility period, teachers may return or transfer permanently to the school.
South west teachers note: eligibility for moves within the south west is restricted during this trial.
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 work rights for the term of the appointment, apply for a WA Working with Children Check, and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, 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.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job — Complete the online application with two work-related referees, one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents — Include a statement of up to three pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Practice and Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, and a CV of up to three pages.
It is recommended you have attachments ready before you start your application. For tips on writing your teaching job application and information about working for the Department of Education, visit the Department's Careers Page or 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: IPS/TCH994386
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close:
4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 26 September, 2025
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries: Education Administration Programs
Equity and Diversity – this describes our commitment to an inclusive workforce. This posting is now expired.
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