Gifted & Talented Specialist Teacher

Courage Starts Here.

At Penrhos, we believe that curiosity fuels creativity—and learning is a bold adventure. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Gifted & Talented Education Specialist Teacher to join our Junior School from Term 1, 2026. This is a part-time role (approx. 0.7 FTE), offered as a two-year maximum term appointment with the possibility of permanency thereafter.

Your Role in the Learning Adventure:

EMBRACE – Champion the unique potential of gifted and talented students, fostering confidence and curiosity.

CREATE – Design and implement engaging programs that extend learning beyond the classroom.

SOAR – Identify, track, and nurture exceptional learners to help them reach their full potential.

BLAZE – Collaborate with staff and external providers to build innovative enrichment opportunities.

IMPACT – Lead a culture of excellence and inspire a love of challenge and discovery across the College.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Education (or degree + Post Graduate Diploma of Education)
• Mini-Certificate of Gifted Education (Mini-COGE) or equivalent professional learning
• Current TRBWA registration, National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated expertise in differentiation and enrichment for high-ability learners
• Commitment to Penrhos College values and student wellbeing

Why Join Penrhos?

• Competitive salary and generous leave provisions, including a Wellness Day and Boarders' Long Weekends
• Significant professional learning opportunities
• Supportive, values-driven environment with modern facilities
• Free onsite parking, flu vaccinations, and staff tuition discounts (where applicable)

Applications close: 8 am, Friday 21 November 2025.

Interviews may commence prior.

Apply via Seek or email:

For further details, please refer to the position statement on the Penrhos CollegeCareers Page.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

All children and young people who come to Penrhos College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.

We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in student' best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

The College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.

Each member of the College community has a responsibility to understand the importance and specific role that they play individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do and every decision that they make.

Only persons with unlimited rights to work in Australia need apply.

No agency calls please.  Applications will not be accepted through recruitment agencies for this role.

Disclaimer: Penrhos reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.