We are seeking to establish a pool of English Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

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

At Belridge Secondary College (SC), our strong culture of respect for self, others and the environment ensure that our students are able to develop as learners in a safe, supportive environment. Our wrap around student services model provides the highest possible care, placing the student at the centre of everything we do. A clear focus, on “Every student, every classroom, everyday” ensures our students are supported in the best possible way to reach their full potential and achieve success.

Our highly qualified and experienced staff provide a quality learning environment for all students through a variety of curricular and extracurricular learning experiences. With award-winning Specialist Programs in Cricket, Netball, and Fashion Design and an Academic Enrichment Program (AEP) across our Mathematics, English, Science and Humanities (MESH) subjects, there is something for everyone.

Find out more about our school by visiting belridgecollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

At Belridge SC, we are seeking English Teachers that share the school values – Commitment towards achieving goals, Respectful in being considerate to one-self and others, Resilient in persevering and facing challenges and Curiosity towards learning.

Suitable applicants will ideally display outstanding professional knowledge, experience, and expertise of the Western Australian Curriculum within the English department.Teachers with experience in teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) would be highly desirable. Teachers who use various teaching strategies to plan, assess and deliver engaging content to collaboratively work with students and promote a positive learning environment would be highly regarded. The desired applicants would strive towards achieving the best educational outcomes for all students such as tailoring and facilitating learning support programs to meet individual students needs to achieve student success.

Suitable applicants would engage with the College Business Plan and will actively forward whole school priorities. The use of the College’s R LEARNERS Teaching & Learning Framework and the Berry Street Education Model are consistently used in lesson planning and programs. Staff here are usually reflective practitioners who engage in classroom observations and triads to promote good practice.

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 Louis Cheeseman, Deputy Principal on (08) 9408 8000 or by emailing louis.cheeseman@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

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. 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/TCH1071506 

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 November 2026.