Teacher - English

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 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

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

Sevenoaks Senior College is committed to developing a unique model of 21st Century Senior Schooling to ensure that every student is well equipped to deal with the opportunities of their post school pathways. Sevenoaks is a standalone senior college being only one of two in the metropolitan area which offer specialised pathways to senior school students in Years 11 and 12. Students enrol with us from over 40 schools and represent over 60 cultures. Our college is managed differently with greater flexibility for students as they map out their future in a supportive and inclusive young adult learning environment. Three enduring features of Sevenoaks are: Find Your Future, the Young Adult Ethos and the Advocacy Program. Our CARE values, Compassion, Accountability. Respect and Excellence support our Young Adult Ethos.

Our students participate in enhanced pathway preparation and planning which incorporate 21st Century skills needed for future success. We offer 17 different specialised pathways. Students participate in a range of learning environments which support the delivery of contemporary and emerging work capabilities to meet the current and future world of work.

Our vision is to support all students to Find Your Future by empowering them to make the most of every opportunity in any learning environment and to participate positively in society. Our young adult ethos prepares students for the world beyond school by gradually increasing their capacity to take on the responsibilities of the adult world.

As the successful applicant, you will ideally participate as a member of our team engaging in your professional practice with colleagues as we strive to improve the quality of teaching across the College in a safe learning environment for students, evidenced by student achievement and progression through their senior school years.

If you are interested in this vision for senior schooling, then you are encouraged to apply for the advertised position of English teacher. This may involve teaching across a range of School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) courses including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General or Foundation English.

Role and responsibilities

The role focuses on teaching English to senior school students and may involve teaching across SCSA courses including ATAR, General or Foundation English. The successful applicant will participate as a member of the school team, aiming to improve teaching quality and student progression in a safe learning environment.

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 Mary Anne Morgan on 0488 114 918.

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.

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. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Application Instructions

NEW Application Process

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. 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.

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
- 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
- - Professional Knowledge

- Professional Engagement

- Click ‘Apply for Job’
- Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
- Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.

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

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: IPS/TCH994835

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025

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