Are you passionate about shaping the minds of the next generation?
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and inspiring a love for English?
Carine Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of English Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
We currently have the following positions available, commencing Term 2, 2025:
- 1x - permanent position
- 1x - fixed-term with possible extension
Why Carine Senior High School?
- Top-Tier Education: As a Department of Education Gifted and Talented Secondary Selective Entrance school, we cater to academically talented students from across the region.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in education.
- Innovative Teaching: We value creativity and cutting-edge teaching methods and stay ahead with continuous professional development and support.
- Focus on Wellbeing: Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are school priorities.
Find out more about our school by visiting carinehs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
About the Role: Suitable applicants will ideally be able to
- Deliver engaging and effective English lessons across a range of ability levels, including Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) courses.
- Create a stimulating classroom environment that fosters a love for literature, language, and critical thinking.
- Work collaboratively to develop and refine our English curriculum.
- Engage in reflective practices to ensure continuous improvement in teaching and learning, with a focus on High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS).
What We’re Looking for: Passionate educators who will ideally
- Thrives on student interaction and fosters strong relationships.
- Is committed to creating purposeful and relevant learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs.
- Brings a wealth of knowledge in instructional and curriculum expertise, staying updated with the latest educational trends.
- Has high expectations and a commitment to excellence, utilising a variety of pedagogical approaches.
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 James Lorimer, Associate Principal on (08) 6235 7500 or james.lorimer2@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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 three (3) 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/TCH953869
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 19 March 2025
