Teacher - Design and Technology or Vocational Trainer and Assessor
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027
Are you passionate about Design and Technology, vocational education, and sharing your skills with young people eager to learn?
WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin (WACOA – Cunderdin) is ideally seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Teacher – Design and Technology or Vocational Trainer and Assessor (VTA) to join our dynamic team.
Whether you are a qualified Design and Technology teacher, an experienced vocational trainer and assessor, or a skilled tradesperson with industry expertise, we encourage you to apply. If you’re passionate about inspiring young people and passing on your knowledge, skills and experience to the next generation, we want to hear from you!
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a practical, hands-on learning environment where students can develop valuable design, technology, trade and vocational skills.
We support non-qualified teaching staff to gain the necessary skills and qualifications to deliver Certificate training to students. These qualifications can also open doors to delivering vocational training in other settings, including TAFE and private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
If you have industry experience, a passion for teaching and a commitment to helping young people succeed, we would love to hear from you
The Role
In this role, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to design and deliver engaging programs aligned with VET Certificate courses in Building and Construction, Automotives, Furnishing and/or Engineering. While experience in Vocational education and training (VET) delivery and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is ideal, it's not essential. Industry qualifications and current experience are highly desirable.
As a Registered Training Organisation, our college offers nationally accredited training in modern workshops with industry-standard equipment. We were proud to be named WA Small Training Provider of the Year 2023 and a national finalist in the Australian Training Awards.
Located 160km east of Perth, our college provides a unique learning environment focused on innovation and excellence. Subsidised GROH housing may be available for eligible applicants.
Join a team committed to developing work-ready graduates with real-world skills.
Learn more at www.cunderdinag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Watch our college video to discover what makes WACOA – Cunderdin a great place to work and teach.
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:
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 250 see info below.
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
Teachers and school administrators employed at WA College Of Agriculture - Cunderdin in 2027 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 250 (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.
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 Ben Elliott, Head of Department – Trades on (08) 9635 2100 or emailing benjamin.elliott@education.wa.edu.au.
Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.
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:
If you are a qualified Teacher:
- 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.
If you are a Vocational Trainer and Assessor, in your application you will need to demonstrate competency against the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):
- Demonstrated relevant current industry skills, knowledge, experience and competency in the industry vocation or professional field.
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding and sound knowledge of the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework, including training packages, Australian Qualifications Framework, the Standards for RTOs, Recognition of Prior Learning and competency based training and assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to design and prepare training programs and assessment materials to a high standard.
- Demonstrated sound written and verbal communication skills with the appropriate interpersonal skills for working with young people.
- Demonstrated initiative and organisational skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.
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/TCH1069533
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, 27 November 2026