Teacher - Students At Educational Risk

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
At Southern River College we want to invest in our student's future by being open to their diversity and aspirations. We achieve this by creating enduring partnerships connecting industry and education together using exemplary practice. We recognise we are part of a global world and apply real-world modelling in our classrooms and teaching practice.

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The Role
Southern River College is seeking a teacher for a permanent full-time teaching position within our RISE program. There is capacity for this teaching position to also be a 0.8 FTE role within the program in order to deliver some flexibility to applicants. The RISE program is designed to re-engage and support students as they progress through their senior school years. This is an exciting position within our College community that will allow you to utilize your skills and abilities to positively impact the College community.

An information session for prospective applicants will be held on Wednesday 17 September 2025 at 4pm in the Library at Southern River College.
The information session will allow you to hear from our College Executive Team, and RISE Program staff in regards to the program structure and goals. An opportunity for applicants to ask questions regarding the College and program will also be provided. Prospective applicants wishing to attend the information session should rsvp via email by Monday 15 September to Mrs Julie Hughes - .

As one of two teachers in the RISE program you will provide a critical role in engaging a small group of senior school students through their WACE journey. Applicants with a broad generalist skills set and experience are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will have the ability to teach Math Essentials, General English, and General Careers & Employability.

A key outcome of the program is to assist students to commence their post-school career planning and pathway. As such, you will be supported to attain and deliver a Certificate II in Workplace Skills qualification. Southern River College has a committed VET team who will support and assist you to deliver quality vocational and workplace learning outcomes for the students engaged in the RISE program.

Applicants will need the capacity to develop and apply their knowledge and understanding of trauma informed practice for students engaged in the RISE program. Your prior experience and knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support frameworks will be well regarded and utilized within the program and broader College community. Applicants with knowledge of, or experience in the utilization of Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and Instructional Strategies for Engagement (ISE) will be well regarded for this role.

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 personal benefits .

Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Courtney Wilson, Deputy Principal, on or emailing

During the school holidays, please contact Courtney Wilson on

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 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
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
Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four (4) 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 four (4) 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, 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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH993304

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 Wednesday, 10 October 2025