Teacher - Performing Arts

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Location: Willetton

Position: Teacher - Performing Arts (Dance) – 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.5 FTE) commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Agency: Department of Education

Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Closing date: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025

The School

Willetton Senior High School (SHS) is a large WA school (student population >2700, ~230 teaching staff, ~145 support staff). The school emphasises high-quality learning experiences, care, respect and excellence, and offers selective programs in Basketball and Gifted and Talented Education (GATE). The school values the Willo Way and provides opportunities for personal and professional growth for staff.

The successful applicant will join a collaborative Arts team and may contribute to drama teaching in 2026. A strong performance culture and high-quality student events are valued.

Role

We are seeking a teacher energetic and passionate about Dance who can:

- Plan and deliver high-quality learning programs across Years 7–12, with a focus on Performing Arts in Senior School.
- Contribute to a strong performance culture and collaborate with the Arts team to deliver high-quality student performance events.
- Be willing to teach Drama in 2026 and contribute to other Arts contexts as required.

Demonstrated curriculum knowledge and teaching expertise in Performing Arts is desirable.

Professional Benefits

Benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Details are available on the department’s benefits pages.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting WA communities. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disability or diverse genders and sexualities.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 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 from the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start

Application Instructions

New application process

This position uses a recruitment pilot to simplify applications. The CV template attached to the advertisement is the only required document. Other formats or attachments will not be accepted or considered.

- Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
- Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

- Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent professional development
- Two character-limited written responses addressing two AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement
- Two professional referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager)

- Step 3: Submit your online application
- Upload only the completed CV template

Need help? Refer to the Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance on completing your application.

Your application must be received before the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Contact for technical support: Department of Education Recruitment Team on (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH995671

Additional information

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

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