Opportunities for Secondary Teachers

Overview

Join to apply for the Opportunities for Secondary Teachers role at Department of Education, Western Australia. This is a Teacher (School Education Act General Agreement) position. Salary: $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) under SEA GA 2023. WA public schools offer opportunities to teach across the state, including living and working in the Goldfields DAMA region.

The Department of Education is seeking applications for secondary teachers to fill vacancies across Western Australia. Opportunities are for a full-time contract including living and working in the Goldfields DAMA region.

Why work in Western Australia

Western Australia is a large and diverse state with a range of environments—from beaches and vineyards to forests and the outback. The variety of landscapes provides opportunities to explore and enjoy the Australian lifestyle. Regional teaching offers strong community ties, career growth, and meaningful engagement with students and families. Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework guides culturally responsive practices when working with Aboriginal students, families and communities. Rural schools emphasise positive classroom environments and productive relationships with parents and the community.

You can consider the financial incentives for specific locations with our benefits calculator, available to assist with your decision.

Who we are looking for

To teach in a Western Australian public school, you must have a recognised, completed initial teacher education qualification. This may be a completed Bachelor of Education, or equivalent; or an undergraduate degree and a post-graduate teaching qualification.

Eligibility and training

Applicants are required to:

• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
• Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment.
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration.
• Complete the Department's Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
• Complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement; and
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

More detail on the role of a secondary teacher is provided below. Teachers in their final year of study or in their first two years of teaching can apply to the Graduate Teacher Pool.

Job duties

• Delivering curriculum using a range of teaching techniques
• Encouraging and developing students' interests and abilities through creative activities
• Guiding discussions and supervising work in class
• Preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
• Providing feedback on progress to students and parents
• Behaviour management in all areas of the school
• Attendance at and participation in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
• Maintaining class and scholastic records
• Participation in extra-curricular tasks, e.g. sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programs
• Supervising student teachers as required

Our teachers undertake their duties in line with the School Education Act 1999.

The application process

All applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job" at the top or bottom of the screen and follow the instructions. Your application should include:

• A two (2) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to two (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work-related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

To confirm your eligibility to teach, please also provide the following information:

• Identification (birth certificate, passport, change of name documentation – marriage certificate). Note: driver's licences are not accepted.
• Eligibility to work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian work permit (e.g. VEVO).
• Academic transcripts identifying your course of study, including copies of undergraduate degrees and any postgraduate qualifications (if applicable). Your transcripts must include: university name, units completed, and course completion or conferral date.

It is recommended you have these documents ready before selecting "Apply for Job". Applications must be submitted online by the closing date and time.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance. Closing date: 2025-09-26 4:30 PM.

Work details

• WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
• FTE: 0.1-1.0
• CLOSING DATE: 2025-09-26 4:30 PM

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education and Education

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