Engineering Teacher

Sacred Heart College is a Catholic, co-educational College for students in Years 7-12 located on the coast in Sorrento, Western Australia. The College has established an outstanding reputation for excellence within our Four Pillars – Spiritual, Academic, Cultural and Sport.

Our College prides itself on the quality of our pastoral care and educating through our motto, 'Always Striving Upwards'. We strive to ensure that each student is well known and cared for. Our Four Pillars allow students to discover and develop their interests and talents to become the best they can be.

We are seeking a full time Engineering Teacher to join our College, this is an ongoing position, commencing Term 1, 2026.

About the role: Reporting to the Head of Learning Area – Technologies, the successful applicant will be an experienced and passionate Engineering teacher, committed to sustaining and enhancing the College's strong performance in ATAR Engineering (Mechatronics) and lower school Engineering programs. You will demonstrate your willingness to actively engage in extracurricular activities for engineering students.

Your responsibilities include:

• Demonstrated ability to teach Engineering (Mechatronics) across Years 7–12, including Year 11–12 ATAR Engineering.
• Flexibility to teach in an additional discipline would be advantageous.
• Active annual participation in state and national RoboCup competitions.
• Leadership of extracurricular activities such as RoboCup and TekHeads.
• Contributing to the management and planning of the department's ongoing budget via the Engineering cost centre.
• Maintain and further strengthen the College's partnerships with various universities.
• Proficiency in teaching CAD design, prototyping, modelling, laser cutting and 3D, electrical circuitry and coding.
• Ability to effectively manage a Pastoral Care Group (PCG), fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Collaborative approach to building positive, respectful relationships with students, parents, and College staff.

What we are seeking:

• A dedicated teacher with the capability to deliver Year 11–12 ATAR Engineering at a high standard.
• A deep understanding of both the practical and theory aspects of the Engineering ATAR syllabus.
• A proactive commitment to enhancing the College's Engineering program through active leadership and participation in extracurricular activities.
• An innovative practitioner who is hands-on in developing, trialling, and testing Engineering projects prior to student construction, with an understanding of emerging and future industry trends.
• A flexible and adaptable educator, able to embrace existing and emerging technologies and teaching practices that support contemporary student learning.
• A teacher with a growth mindset, a passion for Engineering, and a willingness to undergo ongoing professional development, to keep abreast with emerging trends in this ever-changing field.
• An understanding and appreciation of the Catholic ethos, and a willingness to contribute positively to the faith-based environment of the College.

Be part of something excellent:To apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website. For full details regarding the role description and application form; please click on the following

Applications close: Tuesday 23 September 2025. Please provide a covering letter (2 pages maximum) and a CV highlighting your suitability for this position. Please address all applications to the Principal, Leo Di Gregorio.

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The way we give back to our people:At Sacred Heart College, we are committed to generously supporting our staff, recognising that our people are at the heart of our community. Our employees benefit from a comprehensive range of offerings, including access to a dedicated wellness program, corporate healthcare rates, an onsite weights and fitness studio, and an active social club that fosters connection and engagement across the College.

We take great pride in living by our motto, "Always Striving Upwards." Our core values of Courage, Compassion, and Respect embody the spirit of the Sacred Heart community and underpin every aspect of our work.

Important Requirements:

The successful applicant must fully embrace and support the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. In addition, all applicants are required to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to appointment.