Teacher - Students At Educational Risk

Teacher - Students At Educational Risk role at Department of Education, Western Australia. This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. The successful applicant will join Southern River College in the RISE program, with potential to be 0.8 FTE to provide flexibility.

Southern River College aims to invest in students' futures by embracing diversity and aspirations, forming industry–education partnerships, and applying real-world modelling in teaching practice.

Southern River College is seeking a teacher for a permanent full-time position within the RISE program. There is capacity for this role to be 0.8 FTE to deliver flexibility. The RISE program re-engages and supports students through their senior years. The role will allow you to utilise your skills to positively impact the College community.

An information session for prospective applicants will be held on Wednesday 17 September 2025 at 4pm in the Library at Southern River College. The session will include the College Executive Team and RISE Program staff; attendees may ask questions about the program. To RSVP, email Mrs Julie Hughes at Julie.hughes2@education.wa.edu.au by Monday 15 September.

As one of two teachers in the RISE program, you will engage a small group of senior students through their WA Certificate of Education (WACE) journey. Applicants with a broad generalist skill set are encouraged. The successful applicant will have the ability to teach Math Essentials, General English, and General Careers & Employability. A key outcome is to help students commence post-school career planning; you will be supported to attain and deliver a Certificate II in Workplace Skills qualification. The college has a committed VET team to support vocational and workplace learning outcomes.

Applicants should be able to apply trauma-informed practice for students in the RISE program. Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support frameworks will be well regarded, as will knowledge of Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and Instructional Strategies for Engagement (ISE).

Working for the Department of Education includes competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. More information about benefits is available on the Department's benefits page.

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 work rights for the term of the appointment.
• 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.

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
• A CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have attachments ready before you start your application. For tips on writing your teaching job application and information about working for the Department of Education, visit the Department's Careers Page or our applicant resources.

Closing date: 4:30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 10 October 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH993304

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Education Administration Programs

Equity and Diversity information and resources are available in the department's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025.