This is a fixed term, full-time position commencing July 2025 up until July 2028
The Role
The Regional Learning Specialist (RLS) project supports students who are:
- located at regional schools
- enrolled through the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE)
- studying ATAR English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS).
The RLS supplements the online classes provided by their SIDE teacher by providing senior secondary students with:
- face-to-face tuition
- online fortnightly tutorials.
The RLS team also build the capacity of less experienced regional teachers of ATAR courses by sharing:
- curriculum expertise
- exemplary teaching and learning practices.
This role includes significant travel across the state, which applicants must be able to commit to.
The successful applicant should be an expert and passionate teacher of Science committed to excellence in teaching and learning. They should have the professional knowledge, understanding, and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant secondary school Science curriculum. The successful applicant should be flexible, willing to work collaboratively with staff and possess strong interpersonal skills to allow connection across school communities to achieve the best outcomes for all students. This job role requires the successful applicant to support students in 2 of the ATAR Science courses. Experience in teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Science courses in Human Biology, Biology, Physics, Psychology and/or Chemistry is essential.
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?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Suzanne Aram, Head of Department on (08) 6206 2073 or emailing suzanne.aram@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one 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 selecting Apply for Job.
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: DOE966403
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 May 2025
