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pplicants from the previous process IPS/TCH911152 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Science Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Morley Senior High School (SHS) vision is to celebrate diversity and cater for the needs of all students, with the goal of everyone achieving their personal best. Education at Morley SHS is a partnership between staff, students, parents and the wider community. We recognise and celebrate our cultural and ethnic diversity and promote understanding through our academic and extra-curricular endeavours. We value and promote personal and social responsibility, as well as student leadership.
Students in Years 7 to 10 have access to engaging programs, including two Department of Education approved specialist programs; Aviation Academy and the Media Arts Design Academy. In addition to these we also have the school-based merit selected Performance Plus program and Soccer Academy, as well as operating our Intensive English Centre.
Find out more about our school by visiting morleyshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants should ideally be expert, passionate teachers of science with a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. The ability to teach Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) science courses in Physics, Chemistry, Human Biology, Biology or Psychology would be highly sought after to value add to our current dedicated science learning area.
Suitable applicants will ideally be inclusive in their practice and be able to cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment for students in varying ability levels across Years 7 to 12. Suitable applicants will ideally be highly proficient in motivating and engaging students through their relevant and meaningful learning programs and be able to display the effective use of technologies in the teaching of science.
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 Matthew White, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9376 5555 or emailing Matthew.White@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.
- 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
- Compete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one 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 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/TCH972541
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 29 May 2025
