This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing as soon as possible.
Derby District High School (DHS) is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join their high-quality regional school.
Derby DHS is a dynamic school with a highly motivated staff. The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in education, particularly in Aboriginal Education.
The school is currently part of the Kimberley Schools Project and seeks staff to enact a targeted teaching approach as part of their overall teaching and learning programs. The school is well resourced and staff well supported.
Derby DHS is located in Derby which is situated at the southern end of King Sound in the Kimberley region of Western Australian. Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. Derby is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and a number of rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming! Derby DHS is located in attractive and well-maintained grounds and surroundings and is currently undergoing a new building program. With an enrolment of over 640 students, it provides an education program for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students attend the school from the town of Derby and outlying areas including the Aboriginal Communities of Mowanjum and Pandanus Park.
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The Role
This teaching role specifically caters for Years 7 to 10 Science, Integrated Science (General), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs. The school is currently linked to a number of community- based science affiliated programs that encourage our students to think scientifically and creatively with a cultural lens through a Two-Way learning program supported at a regional level. Derby DHS is working towards this two-way approach to science, linking our Indigenous studies and On-Country curriculum with science outcomes.
This role will suit someone who is highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting, culturally responsive learning experiences to ignite a desire to learn in students in the sciences.
The successful applicant will ideally be a dedicated and motivated educator who has the ability to provide high quality teaching and learning programs that are as diverse and varied as the needs of our students. The successful applicant should be well versed in the Western Australian (WA) Curriculum in Science. You will also need to be able to develop and deliver structured, engaging courses to students of varying ability levels. As a Teacher of Science, you should feel confident in your skills and abilities to encourage student passion and appreciation for the learning area by relating student learning to real-world situations and industry. The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to use a range of effective teaching strategies to support and encourage student learning. Applicants who also have current knowledge and understanding of School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) and WA Curriculum are strongly 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:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13730 per year
- District allowance of $7436 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5000 see info below.
- 11.5 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
- Air-conditioning subsidy
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
Teachers and school administrators employed at Derby District High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5000 (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.
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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 Hilary Carruthers, Associate Principal, Derby District High School, on (08) 9193 3000 or emailing Hilary.Carruthers@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 three (3) 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: SS/TCH956991
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.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
