There are 2x permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026.
We currently have two secondary generalist teacher positions we are looking to fill. We are aiming to employ Teachers with enthusiasm for the school and community; therefore, all subject qualifications, subject areas and experience will be considered.
Mount Magnet District High School (MMDHS) places a high priority on addressing the learning and social-emotional needs of all students, as well as respecting diverse cultures and traditions. We have high expectations of all students. Language and culture are highly respected by all staff members.
Aboriginal Language and Culture are taught explicitly and can be incorporated throughout the curriculum. The Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework underpins the goal for all staff members to be culturally competent. Our school and town are located in Badimia Country, with a number of students and staff members closely connected to and continuing language and culture.
We have strong relationships with families and the community, including external agencies and organisations partnering with the school. Our caring and committed staff strive to meet the needs of every student every day throughout curriculum and wellbeing programs.
Mount Magnet is a small, desert township with a rich mining and agricultural history, located 565 km north-east of Perth on the Great Northern Highway.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.mountmagnetdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
MMDHS is seeking a passionate and adaptable Secondary Generalist Teacher to join our dedicated team in a unique and rewarding regional context.
We are looking for educators who are student-focused, relationship-driven and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people. At MMDHS, we value the individual strengths, experiences and passions that staff bring to our school community. As such, we are not advertising for a specific specialist learning area. Instead, successful applicants will have the opportunity to work within their areas of strength, interest and expertise to best support student engagement and achievement.
Experienced upper primary teachers who are interested in transitioning into secondary education are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the valuable skills upper primary educators bring, including strong relationship-building, differentiation, explicit teaching practices and the ability to support students across multiple learning areas.
An advantage for applicants would be knowledge of, or experience with, Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN) programs, inclusive education practices, trauma-informed approaches and supporting students with diverse learning and engagement needs.
The successful applicant will ideally display:
• A commitment to high-quality teaching and learning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, families and staff
• Flexibility, initiative and a willingness to contribute to whole-school improvement
• A passion for supporting student wellbeing, engagement and success
At MMDHS, staff are supported through collaborative planning, professional learning opportunities, strong leadership support and a connected school community. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a school focused on continuous improvement, cultural responsiveness and creating positive futures for students.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 per year
- District allowance of $3 210 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7 000 see info below.
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
- Travel Concessions
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
Teachers and school administrators employed at Mount Magnet District High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible on IKON.
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Georgina Wales, Principal on (08) 9963 3800 or emailing Georgina.Wales@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
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: SS/TCH1045384
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 June 2026
