Teacher - Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher

Join to apply for the Teacher - Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher role at Department of Education, Western Australia.

Please note: as of 9:50 am Tuesday, 9 September 2025, the advert closing date has been extended. This position is only available to eligible staff currently employed by the Department of Education. This is a thirty-six (36) month fixed-term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026.

Clarkson Community High School is seeking to establish a Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role for appointment to a fixed-term, full-time vacancy for 3 years. In accordance with the trial of this position, the principal at the applicant's substantive work site will provide the right of return at the conclusion of the 3-year fixed-term vacancy. Priority is afforded to back-filling of the successful applicant before their release to the Level 3.3 Classroom Teaching role.

Only existing Level 3 Classroom Teachers who are currently employed by the Department of Education are eligible to apply. The increment for a Level 3.3 Classroom Teacher is at the new step 3.3.

Note: This position is 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 during further assessment for shortlisted applicants.

Please download the CV template attached to the advertisement and 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.

• classroom teaching – up to 0.9 FTE
• instructional leadership – additional minimum 0.1 FTE release time
• mentoring staff
• delivering professional learning
• providing feedback

Working for the Department of Education provides 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 relevant pages.

To work in this role, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration
• be a Level 3 Classroom Teacher, currently employed by the Department of Education
• 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
• 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

NEW Application Process: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot to simplify the application process for teachers. You must apply using the CV template attached to the job advertisement. The CV template is the only required document.

Steps:

1. Download the CV template attached to the advertisement.
2. Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, and relevant professional development and training; and provide 2 character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains: Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement.
3. Submit your online application with two professional referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager).

Need help? Refer to the Information Guides attached at the top of the advertisement for guidance. Ensure attachments are ready before starting your application. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS991184. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies within the next 12 months. The Department applies a four-day breach period to this process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 15 September 2025.