Teacher - Health and Physical Education

Overview

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This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. Woodvale Secondary College (SC) is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dedicated Health and Physical Education teacher to join their friendly and dynamic team and lead the Specialist Basketball program. This is a flagship program for our College that we are hoping to develop further.

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

Woodvale's vision and values are reflected in the College's commitment to working together with its community to provide an innovative and caring learning environment where each student is given the opportunity to develop academic rigour and to achieve personal excellence. An appointment to Woodvale SC presents an exciting opportunity to work with staff who possess superior interpersonal skills and work closely with students, parents, teachers and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for our students. The College is well-resourced with excellent facilities, including world-class ICT capability with every student bringing a laptop to school every day. All classrooms are fitted with a seamless projection system connected to an excellent College network. The College prides itself on developing staff to achieve their career aspirations through professional learning, leadership opportunities, mentoring and other forms of support.

The Role

The successful applicant will be a motivated teacher passionate about shaping students' futures. They will possess excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Health and Physical Education Curriculum and a repertoire of teaching strategies to engage students, with a focus on student achievement and high expectations. Ideally, applicants will be able to extend high performing students, promote active learning and provide learning opportunities which engage students at all levels to achieve their potential and will embrace the school's ethos and vision. They will engage in 21st Century learning practices and share these practices with their colleagues. As the leader of the Specialist Basketball program, you will be required to:

• Promote the Specialist Basketball program in the community
• Liaise with parents and caregivers of students who are in the program
• Coordinate extra-curricular activities such as competitions, carnivals and games held both at the College and off-campus

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Capacity to teach the Certificate II Sports Coaching (Basketball)
• Association level coaching qualifications (level 2)
• Current experience coaching high level teams
• Manual LR or above drivers licence

Responsibilities and Qualities

We are looking for an applicant with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills who is committed to achieving exceptional educational outcomes for all students. These skills will enable effective negotiation and the building of strong relationships with stakeholders. The successful applicant will ideally be innovative and inclusive and able to cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment for students of varying ability levels across Year 7–12. You will be highly motivated to work in a collaborative team environment, with the ability to provide students with a purposeful and engaging learning experience to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding related to Health and Physical Education.

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 the professional and personal benefits page.

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, 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.

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
• 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

NEW Application Process: This position is advertised as part of a recruitment pilot to simplify the application process for teachers. Please follow the steps below and use the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required.

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
• Two character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge and 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. Applications in other formats or with additional attachments will not be accepted

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 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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 September 2025.

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