This is a permanent full-time 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 located in Lakelands, a south-western suburb of Perth in the City of Mandurah. The college opened in 2019 and now caters for students in Year 7 to 12 (in 2025). We are a fast growing and innovative college which includes an Inclusive Education hub for students with moderate to severe disabilities. All successful applicants to Coastal Lakes College may potentially teach Inclusive Education students within their learning area.
Find out more about our school by visiting coastallakescollege.wa.edu.au or School Online
The Role
CLC is seeking to appoint a passionate, committed, and leadership-focused Health and Physical Education teacher with strong background skills and qualifications in the coaching of Australian Rules Football (AFL) to lead the AFL Academy Program. The successful applicant will be appointed to the Teacher-in-Charge position of the AFL Academy Program which is aligned with the Western Australian Football Commission. The AFL Academy Program commences in 2026 for Year 8 students and then expands into other year groups in 2027. The Western Australia Football Commission aligned academy program will deliver quality football education and competition opportunities for students at CLC to meet the strong interest that exists for AFL in our local community. This position would not only suit a passionate HPE teacher with suitable credentials in AFL, but also someone has aspirations to lead a program and develop their leadership capabilities.
The successful applicant will ideally be committed to fostering positive relationships, ensuring high levels of student engagement and sustaining high expectations of success for every student regardless of their starting point. The successful applicant will ideally possess high standards of professionalism and will embrace opportunities for collaboration within the College community and neighbouring schools.
The successful applicant should possess the professional knowledge and understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school AFL, Health and Physical Education curriculum. As an expert practitioner you will show commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection. You will be effective in creating environments conducive to learning and will provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant, catering for different student learning needs.
Teachers at CLC will ideally provide integrated, personalised and authentic learning experiences for students through our CLC Teaching, Learning and Assessment Framework. This should be achieved through the use of High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS), formative assessment, CMS (Classroom Management Strategies) approaches in building positive relationships and engaging families in their child's learning.
The College has developed strong, innovative partnerships with its local primary schools and community organisations. A commitment to the College's emphasis on personal best, pastoral care, social and emotional learning initiatives and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) will be desirable, as well as active promotion of the College's vision, motto and values within the College and the wider community.
The College also has a strong Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) focus, working in a collaborative partnership with local primary schools, industry and tertiary education. The successful applicant will ideally possess the ability to develop innovative classroom practices utilising the College's cutting-edge IT infrastructure and embedded 21st Century Skills within their teaching and learning.
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 Sonia Soltoggio, Deputy Principal, by telephoning 0409 993 942 or (08) 9583 2800. or emailing Soltoggio@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/TCH1016825
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 Monday, 15 December 2025
