This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Southern River College (SRC) is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and passionate Students At Educational Risk (SAER) teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team.
SRC seeks to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Inspire Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies.
Our River Way is a pedagogical framework that ensures staff utilise Visible Learning and embed the DoE’s Teaching for Impact resource. Our culturally responsive approach enables a safe, inclusive and supported learning environment that creates a sense of belonging. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all students and where student voice is valued and affirmed.
Find out more about our school by visiting southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
SRC is seeking a teacher for a permanent full-time teaching position within our RISE program. There is capacity for this teaching position to also be a 0.8 FTE role within the program in order to deliver some flexibility to applicants. The RISE program is designed to re-engage and support students as they progress through their senior school years. This is an exciting position within our College community that will allow you to utilise your skills and abilities to have a positive impact on students and their future aspirations.
As one of two teachers in the RISE program you will ideally offer a critical role in engaging a small group of senior school students through their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) journey. Applicants with a broad generalist skills set and experience are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant should have the ability to teach Math Essentials, General English, and General Careers & Employability. This approach enables the successful applicant to help students flourish and rebuild confidence and achievement.
A key outcome of the program is to assist students to commence their post-school career planning and pathway. As such, you would be supported to attain and deliver a Certificate II in Workplace Skills qualification. Students will be supported through our VET team in their one day a week work experience program.
The successful applicant would need the capacity to develop and apply their knowledge and understanding of trauma informed practice for students engaged in the RISE program. Your prior experience and knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support frameworks will be well regarded and utilised within the program and broader College community. Applicants with knowledge of, or experience in the utilisation of Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and Instructional Strategies for Engagement (ISE) will be well regarded for this role, however this should not preclude applicants from applying.
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 Frank Di Filippo, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9391 6500 or emailing frank.difilippo@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Frank Di Filippo on 0424 041 184.
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
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 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/TCH1037933
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 Friday, 22 May 2026
