Teacher

We are seeking to establish a pool of Health and Physical Education (HPE) 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.

Collie Senior High School (SHS) is recognised for its positive culture, strong collegiality and commitment to professional growth, fostering a stable and highly engaged workforce. Due to planned leave arrangements and staff movements in 2027, we are seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic, innovative and student-focused Teachers of Health and Physical Education.

At Collie SHS, we take pride in our reputation for academic excellence, pastoral care, and strong community engagement. Our team shares a clear vision and moral purpose: to provide every student with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, and resilience through high-quality teaching, to pursue pathways of their choice.

We are seeking exceptional HPE Teachers to join our team. The suitable applicants should possess an excellent knowledge of Health and Physical Education curriculum in Years 7 to 12, displaying a strong commitment to excellence. Applicants with a passion for Outdoor Education, experience teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Physical Education Studies, and the capacity to deliver Certificate II in Sport and Recreation will be highly regarded.

As a valued member of our school community, you will bring a diverse repertoire of teaching strategies that foster inclusivity and empower students to become responsive global citizens. We are seeking teachers who ideally prioritise building strong relationships and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. As a member of our team, you would work collaboratively, be reflective and use evidence-based decision-making skills to strengthen your abilities and improve student outcomes.

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. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 a year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1,500
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

Teachers and School Administrators employed at Collie Senior High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1,500 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment. The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

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.

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.

Applicants 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.

All applications must be submitted online. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 19 November 2026.