The School
Willetton Senior High School (SHS) is looking to appoint highly competent and dedicated Mathematics teachers.
Willetton SHS is one of the largest schools in Western Australia, with a student population in excess of 2700, approximately 230 teaching staff and 145 support staff on campus. At the centre of Willetton SHS is our vastly diverse student population, drawn from diverse geographic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Willetton SHS is the school of choice for many local and international families, and relationships between the school and community are actively nurtured and valued. Our success stems from our emphasis on superior learning experiences, with our school defining and celebrating success as achievement of personal best.
Guided by the belief in every student's potential, Willetton SHS prioritises safe and inspiring environments for both learners and educators. Through nurturing self-worth and community contribution, our school values of care, respect and excellence are imparted upon our students to shape a positive culture known as the "Willo Way." With a commitment to holistic development, Willetton SHS offers selective programs in Basketball and Gifted and Talented Education (GATE), along with a range of opportunities designed to enrich students’ academic experience. Our curriculum encourages social responsibility, contribution to community and practical skills essential for life beyond school.
There is a strong focus on pastoral care at Willetton SHS and our staff are exemplary practitioners committed to creating balanced, challenging and exciting learning environments that foster a lifelong love of learning and empower students to take responsibility for their educational journey. We provide and encourage opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff, supporting our commitment to delivering engaging and purposeful learning environments.
Find out more about our school by visiting Willetton Senior High School or Schools Online
The Role
The suitable applicants should believe that every student is capable of successful learning and exhibit highly effective teaching practices and a willingness to seek constant improvement in their own practice. You will ideally maintain high expectations, exhibit a commitment to excellence, employ a variety of pedagogical approaches, and establish a positive and engaging classroom-learning environment. An excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum for Mathematics, including both general and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) courses, and the ability to deliver content in an engaging and meaningful way are highly desirable. Applicants with experience in teaching ATAR Mathematics courses and those who can extend student learning into real-world and authentic applications are strongly encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will have the opportunity to work across Years 7 to 12, bringing their expertise to the Mathematics Learning Area and contributing to curriculum development and student engagement. Ideal applicants are student-focused, highly motivated, and innovative. Applicants should possess excellent interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to work collaboratively within a large, dynamic Learning Area team. Strong classroom management skills, the ability to build rapport and motivate students, differentiate the curriculum for diverse learning needs, and employ a range of high-impact teaching strategies are highly desirable.
Applicants should also display the ability and initiative to collaborate with colleagues to develop teaching strategies, resources, and approaches that enable each student to reach their full potential. When preparing applications, applicants are encouraged to review Willetton SHS’ School Business Plan and the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact framework to ensure alignment with the school’s context.
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 perks.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rhett Brown, Deputy Principal on (08) 9334 72***or emailing ***********@education.wa.edu.au
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
- 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 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
NEW Application Process
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
- Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
- 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
- Professional Knowledge
- Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
1. Click ‘Apply for Job’
2. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
3. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH991630
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 15 September 2025
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