Teacher - Design and Technology

Overview

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025. Halls Head College (HHC) is uniquely situated on the 'island' of Halls Head just south of Mandurah. The College provides a secondary education for students in the growing coastal strip, south of Mandurah, with feeder primary schools including Glencoe, Halls Head, Falcon, South Halls Head and Ocean Road.

We offer students diverse choices, authentic opportunities to develop essential life skills, and a rigorous, caring and safe learning environment. Our staff are experienced and continually strive to improve practice to benefit all students. We encourage critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and effective collaboration. Our motto is Learning for Life, aiming to value cultural differences, promote a love of learning, and empower students to contribute positively to the world. All members of our College community are asked to share, model and promote our values of Care, Courage and Commitment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly effective school with a strong reputation.

Find out more about our school at www.hallsheadcollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will ideally be student and relationship-focused and provide engaging, relevant and meaningful learning experiences. They should promote an environment of active and positive learning and deliver educational opportunities that enable students to achieve their best.

The successful applicant should deliver an engaging and relevant curriculum in Design and Technology contexts using a student-focused approach, working with students across ranges of ability. A strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum is required, along with delivery and assessment in lower and upper school courses. A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or willingness to obtain one is highly desirable.

The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with students, teachers and the wider community to achieve strong educational outcomes. We seek applicants with a growth mindset and flexibility to employ diverse teaching strategies to engage and inspire students. Graduate teachers are encouraged to apply; we provide strong support and development opportunities for all staff and graduates.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education offers benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. More information about benefits can be found on the Department's site.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting WA's diverse communities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are welcome. See the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for details.

Eligibility

• 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
• 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

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:

• A statement of up to two pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Practice, and 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 relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have attachments ready before you start. For tips on writing your teaching job application, visit 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, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127.

Application Details

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH991096. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period for this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.

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