This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible permanency
Malibu School is an Education Support Kindergarten to Year 12 school located in Safety Bay for students with an intellectual and physical disability.
With a strong reputation for providing a high-quality personalised education for students whose needs are complex, our Malibu community know all students can learn and develop skills, aligned with their interest. We believe in students’ abilities and aspirations across all curriculum areas and that the social, emotional, physical, and educational development of all students are best facilitated when parents, teachers, specialists, and therapists work together as partners in the process. Grounds and office staff, education assistants and social trainers, teachers and leadership teams contribute to our strong community, committed to providing individualised, challenging, and rewarding learning experiences that are responsive to each student. Displayed ability and commitment to the plan, act and assess cycle, while building positive relationships with our students, parents, staff, and community members, is of high importance.
Find out more about our school by visiting malibuschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Our staff deliver personalised programs focused on developing engagement, independence skills for life towards our vision for 'A Future Without Limits'. The successful applicant should display a commitment to our school vision, values and priorities for a meaningful and relevant curriculum, high-quality teaching, a positive learning environment and strong family and community partnerships.
The successful applicant will ideally be willing to teach at all year levels, be ready to collaborate with colleagues and be knowledgeable about a range of disabilities, the impact of disability and the implementation of relevant and achievable learning programs for students working towards greater independence and successful transitions beyond school.
The successful applicant will ideally be a genuine innovator who display creative planning and instructional flexibility, drawing on knowledge of evidence-based teaching strategies to implement differentiated learning and assessment approaches that further students' development. Teaching and learning content is hands-on and practical to develop skills in communication, literacy, numeracy, personal care, independent living, community access, employability, protective behaviours, social-emotional learning, and transition skills. Competent use of various technologies and experience in explicit teaching and integrated planning will be highly regarded, as is knowledge of strategies to support positive behaviour and regulation. Knowledge about the use of a range of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) modes to enhance effective student communication is important.
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 Julayne Charlton, Principal, on (08) 9553 8450 by emailing julayne.charlton@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Julayne Charlton on 0438 942 129.
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/TCH1036814
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, 22 April 2026
