Teacher

This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency.

The School Thornlie Senior High School's (SHS) vision is to Engage, Inspire and Achieve. At Thornlie SHS, students fulfil their aspirations working in an environment that emphasises the importance of respectful relationships and the achievement of personal best. As a Perth government school we are a proud Independent Public Secondary School with over five decades of experience in providing a successful education to our 1200 Year 7 to 12 students, helping them to identify their aspirations and achieve their personal goals.

The Role Thornlie SHS is seeking a teacher who can teach Humanities & Social Sciences in the lower secondary (Years 7 to 10) in addition to teaching a combination of General and/or Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) level courses for Year 11 and 12 students. We are ideally looking for a highly organised educator with strong written and verbal communication skills, who can develop and deliver engaging programs that are differentiated, challenging, caring and creative.

The ideal applicant should be able to display a commitment to catering for the diverse needs of all students to ensure every learner can progress and achieve success. The successful applicant should have the ability to work collaboratively to plan and implement effective teaching and learning programs that align with the Thornlie SHS Business Plan. You would contribute to a positive school culture by maintaining safe and supportive learning environments and by providing opportunities that enable students to reach their full potential.

With well-developed interpersonal skills, the successful applicant would build strong partnerships with students, colleagues, parents, and the wider community to enhance educational outcomes. The successful applicant will ideally display a passion for student engagement and the ability to inspire learners to achieve their personal best. You would work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, supporting the initiatives and programs within the Humanities & Social Sciences Learning Area. A commitment to ongoing professional learning and collaboration with internal and external networks is highly regarded.

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.

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 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. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1065941. 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 Friday, 23 October 2026.