This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only. Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted. The School Duncraig Senior High School caters for students from Year 7 to Year 12 and provides a caring, engaging and supportive learning community, which fosters a culture of excellence to produce resilient, life-long learners in a rapidly changing world. The school is well known within the community for being an inclusive and caring education institution with a very supportive and active Parents and Citizens Association and School Board. We believe positive relationships are the key to success in individual ownership of leaning in striving for personal best in the celebration of excellence.
The Role
As a member of our team, you will ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher who is committed to the development of the whole student. You will ideally be actively involved both within the school and wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. Applicants should be motivated, possessing the ability to teach secondary health and physical education and will be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. As a health and physical education teacher you should deliver a differentiated curriculum which meets the needs of all students and have an expectation that all students can reach their potential. You should be a teacher who aspires for academic excellence and is committed to high-quality teaching and learning. You will ideally possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, ethos and priorities across the school community. You should build positive relationships with students and be passionate about creating positive futures for students. Applicants with experience in Senior School Physical Education Studies, Health Studies or Outdoor Education will be highly regarded. Relevant qualifications of Bus Licence, Community Surf Rescue, Bronze Medallion and First Aid would also be highly desirable.
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 Mr Joseph Fitzgerald, Head of Learning Area - Health and Physical Education on (08) 6241 5400 or by emailing joseph.fitzgerald@ecucation.wa.edu.au.
Agency Referrals
Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.
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 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
- 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; 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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1069353
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