This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency.

As an Independent Public School, Busselton Senior High School (SHS) is committed to honouring its proud history while embracing the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly evolving future. Located in one of Western Australia's fastest-growing regional communities, we strive to provide a contemporary, relevant and engaging education that equips students with the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our vision is to ensure every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. We are passionate about creating meaningful pathways and opportunities that connect learning with the aspirations of our students and the needs of our local community.

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

The Location and Community

Busselton SHS is situated in a coastal town in the Southwest of Western Australia. The school has served the community for over 60 years. Busselton SHS has a proud history with fine traditions in place, created by the various student bodies over time, along with a loyal, dedicated staff. A new and invigorated administrative and executive team are building upon our past achievements.

For more information about Busselton visit Busselton, WA - Aussie Towns.

The Role

We are ideally seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher with a passion for teaching English at the secondary level and a solid understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. Experience in teaching a range of abilities, such as General English, low literacy and extension pathways, is highly desirable.

The English team is very welcoming and supportive; the successful applicant should be a team-player, possess excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy collaborating with other teachers. You should contribute to the positive culture by collaborative curriculum planning, coordinating a learning program and leading teachers of the year level you coordinate in assessment moderation and resource sharing.

As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school, the ability to build positive relationships and establish rapport with a wide range of students, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, is essential. The successful applicant should be flexible with their delivery and ideally possess a repertoire of teaching strategies to engage students and differentiate coursework for a variety of learning needs, including trauma informed practice and neurodivergent students. We highly value applicants who excel at creating and maintaining a supportive and safe learning environment through confident use of classroom management strategies.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work and teach in a team environment and should be committed to whole school approaches and initiatives, such as the development of daily reviews and use of engagement norms, and have a strong evidence-based approach to teaching.

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:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

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.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Denise Harrison, Human Resources Officer on (08) 9751 8913 or emailing denise.harrison2@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 five (5) 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/TCH1072055

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 Monday, 23 November 2026