This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026.
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus (SC) provides students with an alternative approach to Year 11 and Year 12 schooling. It is one of two senior campuses in Western Australia that offer secondary education to students beyond the compulsory age of 18 years. It hosts an Intensive English Centre (IEC) which caters for up to 250 newly arrived migrant or refugee students. These students participate in an English language program for up to two years before completing Years 11 and 12. International Fee-Paying Students are also accepted.
In addition to IEC graduates, students in Years 11 and Year 12 include school-aged children working towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education, 18 and 19-year-old repeaters and mature age students. These students are returning to education to gain tertiary entrance qualifications, following an interest or to gain a skill-based qualification. Enrolments are accepted from across Western Australia and students hail from many diverse backgrounds. Students enrol because they see Cyril Jackson SC as a place of opportunity to further their education.
The Vision of Cyril Jackson SC is to deliver relevant and applicable learning experiences that foster hope and meet the needs of students. Respect and inclusivity are valued as are opportunity, achievement and resilience. As a school, “CJ Changes Lives”.
Find out more about our school by visiting cyriljackson.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicants will ideally display an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, especially within the Health and Physical Education (HPE) area and be able to teach students of varying ability levels across Years 11 and 12 in a dynamic and highly engaging manner. The timetable for 2026 for this role includes SCSA courses and endorsed units in Physical Education as well as recreation classes for IEC students.
We will be reviewing offerings within the HPE learning area and will consider Certificate programs from the 2027 school year. The successful applicant should be actively engaged in this process and will ideally have, or be willing to work towards, completing a Cert IV in Training and Assessment.
We are also in the process of establishing a Future Leaders program at Cyril Jackson SC, therefore teachers who are aspiring to leadership roles are encouraged to apply for this position.
The successful applicant will ideally be a highly motivated and dedicated teacher of physical education. Teachers able to collaboratively in team environments and have an openness and capacity for learning would be desirable. The ability to reflect and improve on your practice as an educator in the school is highly desirable.
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 Hayder Atti, Head of Learning Area, on (08) 9413 4700 or by emailing Hayder.atti@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 four (4) 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/TCH1035877
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, 03 June 2026.
