This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026
Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.
Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School
Coastal Lakes College (CLC) is an Independent Public School (IPS) seeking to appoint a dedicated, highly competent, and enthusiastic teacher of Australian Sign Language (AUSLAN) with excellent interpersonal skills and curriculum knowledge. At CLC we are a proud, inclusive, and collaborative team that endeavours to challenge and support every student to imagine the possibilities, believe in themselves, inspire others with their effort and achieve their personal best
Located in Lakelands, a southwestern suburb of Perth, in the City of Mandurah, our school opened in 2019 and caters for students from Year 7 to 12. We are a fast growing and innovative College that provides an outstanding educational environment for approximately 1200 students and we pride ourselves on providing a positive, vibrant and supportive work environment for all staff.
Find out more about our school by visiting coastallakescollege.wa.edu.au or School Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally be committed to promoting and fostering student engagement and academic achievement in a supportive environment where success for all students is celebrated. Flexibility in a growing College will be highly advantageous to the role, as well as a commitment to personal and professional growth, high standards of professionalism and a willingness to embrace opportunities for collaboration within the College community and neighbouring schools.
The successful applicant will ideally possess knowledge and understanding of the AUSLAN curriculum, displaying current and effective teaching practices and be supportive of the College’s ethos, strategic goals, and directions. We are looking for an applicant who is creative in their approach and recognises student individualities. The ideal applicant will provide an inclusive and differentiated education environment that fosters students learning and development. It is highly desirable for the successful applicant to have knowledge and skills in teaching AUSLAN to students with complex behavioural and learning needs and to students with low literacy and low-level language skills.
The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated, and skilled educator who is committed to improving outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole of college approaches of explicit teaching and instructional strategies. They will pursue excellence in teaching, develop high quality teaching and learning programs and preferably have a strong understanding of how to meet the social-emotional learning needs of their students. It is desirable that the successful applicant possesses a high level of collaborative practice, together with interpersonal skills, to enable effective participation and engagement within the school and community to purposefully build partnerships.
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 Paul Cooke, Principal, on 0437 283 428 or emailing Paul.cooke@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
NEW Application Process
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
- Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
- 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
- Professional Knowledge
- Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
- Click ‘Apply for Job’
- Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
- Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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/TCH1014969
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 Wednesday, 10 December 2025.
