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

At Eaton Community College (CC), our vision is clear: students are Supported to learn, Empowered to achieve, and Equipped to succeed. Our motto, Encouraging, Caring and Challenging, underpins our commitment to a school where belonging drives learning and achievement is defined by progress, purpose and capability.

Eaton CC is a growing secondary school with a clear improvement agenda. We are investing in high-quality learning environments and future-focused programs that expand opportunities for our students. We seek staff who build strong relationships, hold high expectations and contribute to collective impact. Our leadership team prioritises professional growth and collaboration to ensure every student experiences high-quality teaching and learning.

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

The Role

Eaton CC is seeking a passionate and experienced Literacy and Numeracy Specialist Teacher to support student success across Years 7 to 12. This role is essential in ensuring effective literacy and numeracy intervention programs and whole-school strategies that improve student outcomes.

The successful applicant will oversee small-group intervention programs for Year 7 and 8 students and coordinate OLNA support classes for students in Years 10 to 12. As part of the Centre for Literacy and Numeracy (CLAN) team, they will play a key role in supporting the implementation of the whole-school literacy and numeracy plans, ensuring programs are delivered effectively and data is recorded in alignment with college requirements.

A strong capacity to engage in collegiate planning with teachers and students is key, ensuring targeted literacy and numeracy support to improve student outcomes in NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) and OLNA (Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment). The successful applicant will ideally demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills, fostering positive and effective working relationships with staff and students to embed literacy and numeracy strategies in the classroom.

A high level of data literacy and expertise in diagnostic testing and intervention programs is highly desirable, particularly in supporting students to achieve literacy and numeracy benchmarks. The successful applicant must also be able to guide curriculum development and teaching practices to meet the needs of individual students. This includes an understanding of diagnostic assessments and the ability to develop and implement appropriate Special Educational Needs (SEN) plans for students requiring additional support.

This position includes a 0.6FTE teaching component. Primary and secondary teachers with whole-school literacy and numeracy experience are encouraged to apply.

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:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Daniel Grayce, Deputy Principal on (08) 9796 7000 or emailing daniel.grayce@education.wa.edu.au.

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

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 four (4) 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

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/TCH1062534

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, 4 September 2026