Overview
Join to apply for the Teacher - English role at the Department of Education, Western Australia. This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026.
About Hampton Senior High School
The Hampton Senior High School (SHS) vision is to develop culturally responsive, high impact educators who foster student aspiration, innovation and achievement. Hampton is a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school, and our culture embraces these values and initiatives. We emphasise collaboration, high expectations for staff and students, and evidence-based practice through the Department’s Quality Teaching Strategy.
Find out more about our school by visiting hampton.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Hampton SHS is seeking a passionate and dynamic English Teacher to join our dedicated team. The role offers the opportunity to impact student outcomes. We are looking for an English generalist with a focus on literacy development and/or English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD).
You would be a conscientious, flexible and innovative educator committed to the development of the whole student, actively involved within the school and wider community, and dedicated to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. You should deliver a differentiated curriculum that meets diverse learners, including those requiring targeted literacy support and EALD strategies, and maintain high expectations for achievement.
Ideal candidates will be innovative, committed to high-quality teaching and learning, and bring creativity, rigour and inclusivity to their practice. Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills will help promote the school’s values and priorities and build positive relationships with students.
Professional Advantages
Working for the Department of Education provides benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. More information is available on the Department’s benefits pages.
Eligibility
- 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 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: Complete the online application with two work-related referees, one preferably your current line manager.
- Step 2: Attach your documents, including:
- A statement of up to four pages demonstrating Professional Knowledge, Practice and Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
- A CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position.
- Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
- For support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education Recruitment team.
Closing date : Applications close at 4:30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of our community. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.
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