Teacher

We are seeking to establish a pool of Generalist Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

The School Located in the Great Southern Wheatbelt, Lake Grace District High School (DHS) is set in a vibrant and progressive rural community. Students will feel welcome and be inspired to reach their potential in a nurturing and friendly school environment. We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year 10, with students in Years 11 and 12 being afforded the opportunity to complete their studies on-site through the School of Isolated and Distance Education.

The Role: Lake Grace DHS are looking for committed teachers to fill a range of vacancies in Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary teaching. Please clearly indicate your qualified teaching area in your application. Suitable applicants will ideally possess a commitment to developing positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. Applicants will ideally be flexible, highly motivated, innovative, and able to work effectively in a team environment. As well as possessing an engaging teaching style, applicants should be willing to teach outside their learning area and be willing to bring something new and engaging to our school. Being flexible to suit our context and school needs are highly desirable. We value educators who can create safe, supportive and predictable learning environments through the consistent implementation of classroom routines and whole-school expectations. Our school has implemented and developed a number of whole-school approaches to supporting high quality pedagogy which maximises learning for all students.

Professional Benefits: Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers: Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.

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
• 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. Your application should include:

• A statement of up to three (3) 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.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.