Teacher - Education Support

Overview

We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Support Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.

Please download the CV template attached to the advertisement and review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

At South Ballajura Education Support Centre (ESC), our students are at the heart of everything we do. Our school community embraces diversity and is proud of its strong multicultural identity, with many students coming from a language background other than English. We are co-located with South Ballajura Primary School and work in genuine partnership as “one campus,” strengthening student opportunities and community connections.

The Role

- Deliver high-impact, evidence-based teaching aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum, ABLEWA, and SEN reporting.
- Differentiate learning programs and promote augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to support students with complex communication needs.
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support, trauma-informed practice, and Berry Street strategies to enhance student engagement and wellbeing.
- Collaborate with colleagues, Education Assistants, families, and external agencies to maximise student achievement and progress.
- Use data and individual education plans (IEPs) to identify, monitor, and celebrate student growth.

Our Commitment

- Collaborative teams and shared leadership opportunities.
- Professional learning aligned to Teaching for Impact, Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework, and Department priorities.
- A strong focus on student achievement, wellbeing, and inclusive practice.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting the professional and personal benefits pages.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

- 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 before you start.

Application Instructions

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.

Please note the new application instructions below. You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted or considered by the panel.

1. Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
2. Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, and recent professional development.
3. Provide 2 character-limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement).
4. Click “Apply for Job” and complete the online application, including details of two professional referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager).
5. Upload your completed CV Template only.

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 and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH992274

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 14 October 2025.

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