Teacher - English

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
A mandatory CV template is provided for use.
Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage.
The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying.
You must apply using the CV template only.
Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School
Warnbro Community High School (CHS) is seeking a highly motivated and effective English Teacher.
Our moral purpose is 'to make a positive difference to the lives of young people'.
As a teacher at Warnbro CHS you will be part of a professional learning community committed to engaging in practice supported by evidence and research to best meet the need of our students.
Warnbro CHS is embedding an explicit teaching approach across all Learning Areas
Situated 50 km south of Perth, Warnbro CHS is located in the beach-side communities of Warnbro and Port Kennedy.
Warnbro CHS provides a vibrant and nurturing learning environment that takes a holistic approach to the growth and development of our students.
Warnbro CHS community works together to develop students with strong aspirations and a self-belief in achieving success now and in the future.
Warnbro CHS is focused on improving student outcomes through meeting students at their point of need.
The Role
To be successful in this role you should display the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding to deliver and assess the Western Australian English curriculum to Year 12 level.
You should set high expectations and can establish and maintain a dynamic and positive classroom learning environment.
You should be a passionate teacher of English with a proven ability to engage students across all levels.
It would be desirable to have experience with ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) courses.
At Warnbro CHS we:

Value collaboration and personal professional development and are committed to lifelong learning
Actively seek and respond to feedback
Show resilience and self-awareness
Understand the impact of trauma on learning and adolescent development
Seek to foster positive relationships with our students, their families and our wider networks
Maintain school wide consistent practices and coach/mentor staff to achieve these.

The successful applicant should have high expectations, exhibit a commitment to excellence, use a range of pedagogies and have the ability to establish and maintain a positive classroom learning environment.
They will ideally be experienced and knowledgeable in teaching English, as well as being flexible and adaptive to apply the strategies of differentiated instruction and explicit teaching.
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.
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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.

Eligibility
To work with us, you must:

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

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):o Professional Knowledgeo 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.
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/TCH990813
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 Wednesday, 24 September 2025

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