Teacher - English

Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Position: Teacher – English (Permanent, Full Time, Term 1 2026 start)

Location: Mount Lawley Senior High School, Mount Lawley, WA

The School

Founded in 1955, Mount Lawley Senior High School (SHS) is located 5 kilometres from the Perth CBD. The school comprises three sub‑schools – Years 7 & 8, Years 9 & 10 and Years 11 & 12 – and offers a breadth of curriculum choices including a Gifted and Talented Languages program, a Specialist Visual and Performing Arts program, a Music program and the innovative Aboriginal Excellence Program.

Mount Lawley SHS is committed to providing learning programs that support all post‑school destinations, including university, state training providers and employment. Strong links and partnerships with parents and the broader community underpin the school’s success.

The Role

- Teach the Years 7‑12 English curriculum, including ATAR Year 11 & 12 and Academic Extension Year 7‑10 students.

- Deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons that enable all students to achieve their full potential.

- Engage in reflective practice, using data to inform and improve teaching and learning.

- Collaborate with peers and work within professional learning communities to support school improvement.

- Provide pastoral care and support to students, and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and parents.

Qualifications & Experience

- Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.

- Demonstrate experience teaching Years 7‑12 and managing ATAR and Academic Extension cohorts.

- Show a commitment to the school’s ethos, vision and Pedagogical Framework.

- Be able to work collaboratively in a diverse, culturally responsive workforce.

Professional Benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions as part of the Department of Education.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of WA. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

- Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.

- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with the relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

- Obtain a WA Working with Children Check prior to starting.

- Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number before commencing.

Application Instructions – New Process

To apply, please:

- Step 1: Download the CV template attached to this advertisement.

- Step 2: Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, recent professional development, and two character‑limited written responses addressing two AITSL domains (Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement – approx. 400 words each).

- Step 3: Submit your application online, including details of two professional referees (one must be your most recent line manager). Upload only the completed CV template – no additional documents will be accepted.

For questions, contact Julie Simon, Associate Principal, (08) 9265 1543 or Julie.Simon@education.wa.edu.au.

Applications close: 4.30 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1006809

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