This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

At Applecross Senior High School (SHS), we take pride in fostering a positive learning environment that prepares students to thrive in an ever-changing society. Our contemporary curriculum is recognised for excellence, and our students consistently achieve high academic results. We aim to encourage young people to realise their potential through the enjoyment of learning while preparing them to be responsible, flexible thinkers.

We are dedicated to fostering a leadership culture that empowers every staff member to grow and lead. Our commitment to building leadership capabilities is reflected in our supportive environment, which encourages professional growth and leadership at all levels. To support this, we provide the Future Leaders Framework, along with mentorship, coaching, and numerous opportunities for career advancement and leadership. Roles at our school include Head of Learning Area, Second in Charge, Teacher in Charge, Year Coordinator and Program Coordinator. Additionally, there are many more leadership opportunities available as our school continues to grow.

Find out more about our school by visiting Applecross Senior High School or Schools Online.

The Role

Applecross SHS is seeking a dedicated, innovative, and passionate Design and Technology educator to join our dynamic Technologies Learning Area in 2027.

As part of the Technologies Learning Area, which includes Design and Technology, Home Economics, and Digital Technologies, you will join a collaborative team committed to providing engaging, relevant, and future-focused learning experiences that develop students' creativity, problem-solving skills, practical abilities, and capacity to design solutions for real-world challenges.

The successful applicant will ideally bring a strong student-focused mindset, a relationship-driven teaching approach, and a genuine passion for Design and Technology. You should be committed to building positive relationships with students and creating a safe, inclusive, and purposeful learning environment where students are challenged, supported, and empowered to achieve their best.

You will ideally deliver an engaging and contemporary Design and Technology curriculum across lower and upper school levels. This includes designing learning experiences that develop students' understanding and application of the Technology and Design Process, while providing opportunities to investigate, generate, develop, produce, evaluate, and refine design solutions.

A strong understanding of materials, processes, technologies, and practical workshop learning will be valued. The ability to confidently teach across various Design and Technology contexts and adapt learning experiences to meet the diverse needs, interests, and abilities of our students will support success in the role.

At Applecross SHS, we emphasise high-impact teaching, purposeful curriculum planning and assessment, differentiation, and student engagement. The successful applicant should be able to plan and deliver effective learning programs, use assessment evidence to inform teaching, provide meaningful feedback, and support students to take greater ownership of their learning.

There are opportunities to contribute to the broader development of the Technologies Learning Area through STEM initiatives, interdisciplinary learning, curriculum development, and the integration of contemporary technologies and digital design tools. The ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across Design and Technology, Home Economics and Digital Technologies, will be an important part of contributing to the team.

Experience delivering STEM-related curriculum, incorporating CAD and digital technologies into design and production, or contributing to innovative technology-based learning initiatives will strengthen an application.

A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or willingness to obtain it, will be well regarded and may provide opportunities to contribute to the Learning Area's growing VET offerings.

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 John Matthews, Head of Learning Area, Technologies on (08) 9314 9393 or emailing John.Matthews@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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

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 two (2) 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/TCH1061972

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 August 2026