Teacher - English As An Additional Language/Dialect

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Balcatta Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School dedicated to developing a personalised education to enable students reach their academic, social and cultural potential.
At Balcatta SHS, an inclusive learning community with strong focus on pastoral care and student achievement is accomplished through the school's commitment in providing an engaging, creative challenging curriculum.
Balcatta SHS is committed to student achievement and success with its inclusive approach where all students valued and treated as individuals.
The Role
Balcatta SHS is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated English as Additional Language Dialect (EAL/D) Teacher to join their team.
The successful applicant should possess experience teaching EAL/D and a strong understanding of the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) and WA curriculum.
As the school's EAL/D leader, you would be responsible for implementing a whole-school EAL/D direction.
Successful candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate closely with school leadership, teachers and education assistants to ensure teaching and learning adjustments for EAL/D students.
The successful candidate should have the ability to utilise contemporary, evidence-based practices related to EAL/D students.
Knowledge and application of EAL/D Progress Map is essential.
As an EAL/D Teacher, you would maximise student's potential and acknowledge individual students' needs and differences.
You would also tailor and facilitate learning support programs to meet individual students.
A large portion of this role requires exceptional organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise, keep accurate records and the ability to analyse data to inform planning and practice that improves outcomes for students.
The successful applicant for this position should display knowledge and skills in the following:
Supporting the improvement of literacy and numeracy outcomes of students with EAL/D needs through suitable intervention and differentiation strategies.
Liaison with external agencies and support to ensure planning for EAL/D students is comprehensive.
Managing and ensuring compliance with the Census.
Compliance with schools' data recording requirements and processes, including School Curriculum and Authority Standard requirements and enrolments.
This position will include a teaching component in alignment with the successful applicant's skill set and the needs of the school.
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.
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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:
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
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 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, 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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH989442
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 1 September 2025