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The role
As a member of our team, you will ideally be a conscientious, versatile and innovative teacher who is committed to the development of the whole student. You will ideally be actively involved both within the school and wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. The successful applicant should be motivated, possessing the ability to teach secondary Health and Physical Education (HPE) and would be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. As an HPE teacher you would deliver a differentiated curriculum which meets the needs of all students and have an expectation that all students can reach their potential. You should be a teacher who aspires for academic excellence and is committed to high quality teaching and learning. Applicants that have Sport and Recreation backgrounds and who have a Certificate IV Trainer and Assessor qualification will be highly desirable.
About the School
Rockingham Senior High School (SHS) provides excellent academic programs in an exemplary caring environment, for secondary students. The school's vision for teaching and learning is to ensure that our students are provided with every opportunity to learn and grow in a positive and united school culture, while contributing and adding value to the broader school community. The school recognises the importance of student engagement to achieve best performance and provides a diverse range of programs to accommodate student interest, strengths and aspirations for their future education, training and employment. A purposely designed academic pathway, which includes Academic Curriculum Extension (ACE) and the Maritime Specialist Program, provides an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Pathway to university. The school has also developed a well-planned pathway for identified students who require intensive literacy and numeracy support by providing individual and/or group education plans to ensure their learning is appropriately modified.
Find out more about our school by visiting Rockingham Senior High School or Schools Online.
Responsibilities
The position involves delivering a differentiated HPE curriculum aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and supporting high-quality teaching and learning practices. You will be expected to engage with the school and broader community and to contribute to evidence-based decision making and differentiation to meet student needs.
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 benefits.
Eligibility
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 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.
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
- Click ‘Apply for Job’
- Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
- Upload your completed CV Template only. 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 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: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 26 September 2025
Reference: Rockingham, WA
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📌 Teacher - Health and Physical Education
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 City of Rockingham