This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, **** with possible extension.
Located in one of the most stunning and culturally rich regions of Australia, Broome Senior High School is a vibrant, high-performing public school committed to educational excellence, cultural responsiveness, and student wellbeing.
As one of Western Australia's top regional secondary schools, we offer a broad and inclusive curriculum that supports students to achieve their personal best. Whether they are pursuing university pathways, vocational training, or entering the workforce, our students continue to experience success. Students at Broome Senior High School benefit from outstanding programs including the Big History Academic Extension Program, Mamaljan Education Support, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Careers, Follow the Dream, Clontarf Academy, STARS Academy and a wide range of arts, sporting, and leadership opportunities.
We take pride in our strong community partnerships and celebrate the diversity of our school, where every student is known, valued, and supported to thrive. Offering a wide breadth of subjects including General and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) upper school pathways, we continue to provide educational opportunities that enable students to excel. Additionally, our ongoing support of student wellbeing through our dedicated Student Services and Aboriginal Education team further supports a safe and engaging school community.
Broome Senior High School is a school of excellence that nurtures student wellbeing, enhances engagement, delivers high quality teaching and learning. Broome Senior High School promotes cultural responsiveness to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prepares students with the skills and knowledge for success in the global community.
Find out more about our school by visiting broomeshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally possess training and/or experience teaching Year 11 or 12 ATAR and General Science courses and have experience and/or capacity to teach Year 7 to 10 Science subjects. A capacity to and experience in teaching Psychology would also be beneficial for this role. The successful applicant will ideally have relevant curriculum knowledge and a willingness to work collaboratively in a strong team environment to engage in the teaching and learning of Science courses for lower school and senior school. Some capacity to teach digital technologies may also be highly considered.
Experience in teaching students with varying literacy levels, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and those with special needs is highly desirable. Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is also preferred but not essential.
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. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $****** per year
District allowance of $***** a year
Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $***** (see info below)
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
Air-conditioning subsidyTravel Concessions
Teachers and school administrators employed at Broome Senior High School in **** are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $***** (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on .
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dan Walker, Deputy Principal on or emailing .
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 ********* for more details.
Eligibility
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.
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: 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 four (4) 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 three (3) 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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH*******
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:
4.30 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 17 December ****
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