This is a 6‐month fixed‐term, full‐time position commencing as soon as possible, with possible extension and/or permanency.
Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on a system of positive behaviour supports focused on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture that encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance, with an inclusive, explicit approach that supports all students and staff to achieve success.
The school has built a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement.
The Role
Teachers in the Hedland SHS English team are focused on creating outstanding outcomes for students and empowering every learner. Our collaborative, supportive, close‐knit team uses data‐driven practices to ensure continuous improvement for our students.
The successful applicant will strive for excellence in English teaching and demonstrate a desire to deliver a range of courses from Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) to quality literacy instruction. The role involves empowering young people from diverse backgrounds to achieve success, and requires willingness to learn from and share experience with other team members.
Our school provides cutting‐edge professional learning opportunities, including travel to other regional locations and the city, and has strong partnerships with schools across the state.
Professional Benefits
* Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 per year
* District allowance of $9,299 per year
* Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4,000 (paid in two instalments)
* 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 Hedland Senior High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 (paid in two instalments). Eligible staff must remain employed until the end of the school year to receive the second payment.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of 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 hold a valid visa with relevant 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: Select "Apply for Job" and complete the online application, including details of two work‐related referees, with one preferably your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents:
* A statement of up to two pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of this position.
* A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close: 4:30 pm (AWST) on Monday, 11 May 2026.
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