This is a 18 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
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
Fremantle College is a school for the community. Our aim is to unlock and fulfil every student’s learning potential and support the development of impassioned pathways for their future. We continue to be recognised for our emphasis on high impact teaching, strong leadership across all departments, and appropriate and targeted student support as WA Education Award finalists in 2024 and 2025 for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, and Excellence in Disability and Inclusion respectively.
Our staff and students seek to embody our college values in every lesson of every day.
These are: Curiosity, Enthusiasm for Learning, Kindness, Perseverance, and Leadership.
Guided by our Teaching and Learning Framework and our 5 Behaviour Expectations, we are a unified college with consistent classroom practices, making Fremantle College a great place to work and grow both professionally and personally.
To find out more about what makes Fremantle College a great place to work, check out our College Instagram or Facebook.
Find out more about our school by visiting fremantlecollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Fremantle College is seeking a passionate and engaging Drama Teacher to join our vibrant Arts Team. The position ideally requires a driven teacher who can refine and build upon our current programs, implementing the new School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) Drama curriculum. Ideally continued investment into running College Productions is a requirement of the position.
The College strongly values Art as an option for students, offering Drama, 2D Visual Art, 3D Visual Art, Media, Photography, Film Appreciation, and Specialist Contemporary Music. We are seeking a teacher who can be artistic and drive our vision of supporting students’ love of the Arts.
The successful applicant should have excellent interpersonal skills and will be able to display evidence of fostering positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders including students, parents/carers, staff and community members. Collaboration across the Arts and Technologies team is a highly regarded in this role, so the ability to work positively with others is 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 Brenn Hislop, Associate Principal, on (08) 9338 8900 or emailing Brenn.Hislop@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/TCH1049462
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, 26 June 2026
