This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

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

Coodanup College is a caring learning environment where we support our students to strive for excellent standards of achievement and behaviour. Located in south-eastern Mandurah, our college caters for students in Years 7 to 12. Through our motto 'Explore. Dream. Discover.' our college is known for encouraging our students to explore through their learning, dream about what they want to achieve at school and beyond, and discover ways to be the best they can be. We focus strongly on high standards across the school community, where staff work together to assist students to achieve their full potential.

Our college values 'we will learn, we will be safe, we will be fair and we will be proud' guide everything we do and the way that we treat each other. We expect that each student, with support, will learn to the best of their ability and be positive, caring and respectful to others. We have three Academies onsite: the Clontarf Academy and the Stars Foundation, which aim to improve the education, skills, abilities and opportunities for our young Indigenous students; and the Inspire Academic Pathway which focuses on supporting our lower school students to strive for high academic performance which can lead to tertiary study. Our excellence in our care and commitment to our students means our students thrive.

Find out more about our school by visiting coodanup.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The Career Practitioner would ideally work collaboratively with school leadership and staff to embed career development and career learning across the college. They should develop and facilitate engaging career education programs, support pathway planning from Years 7 to 12, and provide students with accurate, current and unbiased information about career pathways, further education, training and employment opportunities. The Career Practitioner will ideally oversee the effective delivery of the college Future Ready Program for Years 7 to 12 and facilitate connections between this program and curriculum teams to embed career readiness and tertiary preparation across learning areas.

A key focus of the role should be building strong connections with industry, employers and community partners to create meaningful career and workplace experiences for students. The Career Practitioner should also support students, parents and carers through pathway conversations, workshops and portfolio development, ensuring they have the knowledge and information needed to make informed decisions about their future.

We are seeking a passionate and student-focused educator who is innovative, forward-thinking and committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. The successful applicant should display strong interpersonal and communication skills, empathy and care, initiative and self-management, and the confidence to work effectively with students, staff, families, leaders and industry partners. A commitment to ongoing learning, professional growth and building the career development capability of others is highly valued.

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 Melinda Smith, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9581 0900 or emailing Melinda.Smith2@education.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

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. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
• 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.

Application Instructions

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.  

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
  • Professional Knowledge
  • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1063528

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 Monday, 14 September 2026