Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences
4 weeks ago
Overview
Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences
Branch: School of Isolated And Distance Education
Division: North Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Are you a dynamic, innovative and culturally responsive teacher with expertise in Economics and/or Politics and Law?
We are seeking to establish a pool of Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teachers with the ability to teach Economics and/or Politics & Law for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Responsibilities
The Role
The School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) is seeking dedicated, motivated and innovative teachers of Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Economics and/or Politics and Law. We are looking for enthusiastic and culturally sensitive operators with strong curriculum knowledge, who will ideally bring classroom energy into our online environment, inspiring and engaging our students around Western Australia and beyond. Suitable applicants would also teach lower secondary students in HASS, therefore strong knowledge of teaching the lower secondary HASS curriculum at all year levels is highly regarded.
As a teacher at SIDE, you will be fully supported to develop your skills in online teaching, enabling you to create engaging and culturally responsive materials to cater for student diversity. Graduate and newly qualified teachers with the required curriculum knowledge are also encouraged to apply for this pool.
Suitable applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working as part of a dynamic and collaborative team. Having a positive attitude with the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, and showing initiative, flexibility and creative problem solving to produce the best opportunities for students will be highly regarded.
About SIDE
School of Isolated and Distance Education
SIDE is a cutting-edge online school that provides a high level of education to children who need additional flexibility. We play a critical role within the Western Australian education system, supporting system needs and priorities.
Our vision is to enhance and expand learning opportunities for Western Australian students, regardless of their circumstances, through high quality, inclusive and culturally responsive educational programs in a blended learning environment, guided by our values of Connection, Courage, Equity, Creativity and Compassion.
As a teacher with SIDE, you will have the opportunity to reach out and make a difference to students throughout Western Australia, delivering high-quality online and blended education programs to suit the varying contexts and needs of our students.
As a recognised leader in blended education in Australia, SIDE models exemplary practice in the use of both synchronous (Webex) and asynchronous (Moodle) platforms of instruction. SIDE has a dedicated training and support program for staff who join our school. Our practice is both contemporary and constantly evolving, making SIDE an exciting and dynamic place to work.
Teachers at SIDE participate in our regional travel program to meet the needs of students and partner schools. Visits are planned in negotiation with staff, and at times may include short-term stays in regional and remote locations.
SIDE has a main campus in Leederville and teaching facilities at Canning College, Clarkson Community High School, Northlake Senior Campus and Eaton Community College. Teachers based in the metropolitan area may be required to work at any current or future metropolitan venues.
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 Justine Daly on 0434 608 245.
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.
Eligibility
- 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
All applications must be submitted online.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.
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: SS/TCH995250
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 October 2025
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