Teacher - Science

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

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

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

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 ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully 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

Warnbro Community High School (WCHS) is seeking a highly motivated and effective Science Teacher. Our moral purpose is ‘to make a positive difference to the lives of young people’. As a teacher at WCHS you will be part of a professional learning community committed to engaging in practice supported by evidence and research to best meet the need of our students. WCHS is embedding an explicit teaching approach across all Learning Areas.

Situated 50 km south of Perth, WCHS is located in the beach-side communities of Warnbro and Port Kennedy. WCHS provides a vibrant and nurturing learning environment that takes a holistic approach to the growth and development of our students. The WCHS community works together to develop students with strong aspirations and a self-belief in achieving success now and in the future. WCHS is focused on improving student outcomes through meeting students at their point of need.

You ideally will be a passionate teacher of Science with a proven ability to engage students across all levels including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank. The successful applicant should have high expectations, exhibit a commitment to excellence, use a range of pedagogies and have the ability to establish and maintain a positive classroom learning environment. They will ideally be experienced and knowledgeable in teaching Science, as well as being flexible and adaptive to apply the strategies of differentiated instruction and explicit teaching.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate and engage in professional learning to improve student outcomes.
- Maintain positive classroom learning environments and use a range of pedagogies.
- Differentiate instruction and apply explicit teaching strategies.
- Foster positive relationships with students, families and the wider network.
- Contribute to school-wide practices and coaching/mentoring of staff where appropriate.

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 professional and personalbenefits.

During the school holidays, please contact Kelly Wetton on 0418 922 670.

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, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and

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

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed 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 as part of your application for this process.

Application Instructions

NEW Application Process - This position is part of the recruitment pilot to simplify the process. Steps:

- Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
- Step 2: Complete the CV template with your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and two character-limited written responses addressing two AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement.
- Step 3: Submit Your Application Online by clicking ‘Apply for Job’, provide two professional referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager), and upload the completed CV Template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

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

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

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH983303

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 15 October 2025

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