Teacher - Secondary Generalist

Balcatta Senior High School (SHS) is situated in the northern suburbs of Perth. As an Independent Public School, we make decisions at the local level to ensure our students have opportunities for success and to better meet the needs of our school community. We have a long and rich history of providing students with an inclusive and enriching educational experience, embracing diversity, and valuing difference. Our teachers and support staff know their students and are committed to creating a positive, engaging learning experiences where students can achieve their full potential.

Balcatta SHS is seeking to appoint a friendly and enthusiastic Secondary Generalist Teacher to join our team. As a Generalist teacher working across a number of learning areas, you would ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher who is committed to supporting and improving students to achieve their full potential. To be successful, you should have broad skills and proficient knowledge across different curriculums to deliver quality lessons and engage students. Knowledge and practical experience across the Home Economics, Italian and Performing Arts learning areas is desirable. The ideal applicant should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with students, parents, staff and the wider community. The ability to build and develop positive relationships with students is paramount. The successful applicant will ideally be able to apply different teaching strategies to connect with students, create a safe and engaging learning environment and improve student outcomes. The capacity to use data and make evidence-based decisions to promote learning and excellence is highly desirable. Experience with High Impact Teaching Strategies would be desirable as the school has an established Whole School Instructional Framework.

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 the professional and personal benefits.

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, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

• 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.

1. All applications must be submitted online.
2. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
3. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
   • A statement of up to three 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 three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
4. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
5. 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.
6. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH990263

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 day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 September 2025