Teacher - Health and Physcial Education

Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

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

Work Type: Fixed Term – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Permanent – Part Time

We are seeking to establish a pool of Health and Physical Education Teachers for permanent and fixed‑term, full‑time and part‑time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies commencing during this period.

Morley Senior High School’s (SHS) vision is to celebrate diversity and cater for the needs of all students, with the goal of everyone achieving their personal best. Education at Morley SHS is a partnership between staff, students, parents and the wider community. We recognise and celebrate our cultural and ethnic diversity and promote understanding through our academic and extra‑curricular endeavours.

We value and promote personal and social responsibility, as well as student leadership. Students in Years 7 to 10 have access to engaging programmes, including two Department of Education‑approved specialist programmes – Aviation Academy and Media Arts Design Academy. In addition to these we also offer a school‑based merit selected Performance Plus programme, a Soccer Academy and operate an Intensive Language Centre.

The Role

While we are establishing a pool for any vacancies that arise in the 2026 school year, there is a 12‑month fixed‑term position available commencing at the start of Term 1 2026.

Suitable applicants should ideally be expert, passionate teachers of Health and Physical Education with a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. They should display excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and experience in developing and delivering the curriculum using a wide range of teaching models. Qualifications and experience in teaching Certificate II in Sports Coaching will be considered highly desirable.

Ideal applicants should practice inclusively and cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment for students in varying ability levels across Year 7 to 12. They should be highly proficient in motivating and engaging students through relevant and meaningful learning programmes and demonstrate effective use of information and communication technologies in the teaching of Health and Physical Education.

We are seeking dynamic and collaborative individuals who are committed to working effectively as part of a team and who strive to connect and inspire with staff, students and the wider school community. Candidates will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills, be relationship‑focused, and be able to take on course leadership responsibilities. Building positive relationships with students, staff and the community are important components of the role. You should have a strong evidence‑based approach to teaching, be reflective in assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice to support professional growth and be able to demonstrate how your pedagogy has actively resulted in improved outcomes and progression for your students.

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.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kirstie Giglia, Deputy Principal at (08) 9376 5555 or kirstie.giglia@education.wa.edu.au

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

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.

- 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

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

- Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

- A statement of up to two (2) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.

- A CV of up to three (3) pages 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, see the Department’s Careers Page or 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/TCH1007139

Applications close: 4:30 pm (AWST) on Friday, 14 November 2025

Agency: Department of Education

Location: Noranda

Position No.: Pool Ref IPS/TCH1007139

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