Teacher - Languages - French

The School

Leeming Senior High School (SHS) values collaboration through our Peer Observation process within Professional Learning Communities. We embed the Visible Learning Framework and the PERMAH model into classroom practice to support Harmony and Excellence. We have welcomed families for over 30 years and are an Independent Public School committed to providing resources and a caring environment for high school students.

Leeming SHS is seeking to appoint a dedicated and committed Teacher - Languages - French to join their team. The successful applicant will establish a positive classroom environment with high expectations and impactful teaching practices, while building students’ social and emotional skills. The role requires exemplary teaching skills, motivation, accountability for best practice, and a willingness to work in a whole-school, collaborative context with a commitment to professional growth. An in-depth understanding of the Western Australian Languages Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices to support second language learning is important.

The School Details

Location: Leeming

Unit/Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Branch: Leeming Senior High School

Position Type: Permanent - Part Time (0.2FTE), commencing Term 1, 2026

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

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH993941

Closing Date: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Eligibility and employment details are provided by the Department of Education.

The Role

Position Title: Teacher - Languages - French

Responsibilities include establishing a positive, welcoming classroom; delivering high-quality language teaching; supporting students’ social and emotional development; and participating in whole-school collaboration and professional growth.

Professional Requirements: in-depth knowledge of the WA Languages Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices for second language learning.

Professional Benefits

Benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. More information is available through the Department of Education benefits pages.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive, culturally responsive workforce reflecting WA communities. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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

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.

Steps to apply:

- Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the advertisement
- Step 2: Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, professional development, and two character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approximately 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement
- Step 3: Submit online application with two professional referees (one being your current or most recent line manager) and upload the CV Template only

Need Help? Refer to the Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted.

Technical support: Department of Education Recruitment Team at (08) 9264 4127.

Other notes: The department applies a four-day breach period to this selection process.

Location and contact details: Leeming; Melinda Hansen, Teaching and Learning Coordinator, (08) 9237 6800, melinda.hansen@education.wa.edu.au

Lead-in statements and notes: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. Application documents in any other format, or additional documents, will not be accepted.

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