We are seeking to establish a pool of 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.

Bruce Rock District High School (DHS) is 240 km from Perth and caters for 110 children from Kindergarten to Year 11. Support for students with Special Needs is provided across the school, and our teachers are committed to a school that is inclusive and supportive for all students.

This pool will fill potential roles in classrooms from Kindergarten to Year 10.

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

The Role

We are seeking passionate, motivated and skilled educators who are committed to improving learning outcomes for every child, every day. Applicants should ideally possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, enabling the development of positive and productive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the wider community. We value educators who can create safe, supportive and predictable learning environments through the consistent implementation of classroom routines and whole-school expectations. Our school has implemented an developed a number of whole-school approaches to supporting high quality pedagogy which maximises learning for all students, including those with disabilities and diagnosed neurodivergent disorders. 

From this pool, we will be looking to fill roles within our school for the 2027 school year, with possible vacancies for Primary classroom teachers, and a range of specialists.  There is currently an opportunity for a teacher from the Mathematics and Health and Physical Education fields, who is comfortable in upper primary and lower secondary. We may also possibly be looking for Specialist teachers who may have backgrounds in the Arts (Visual arts, Drama), Science or other specialist areas in the Primary School.

Suitable applicants should be creative problem-solvers, looking for new ways to engage students and help them reach their individual potential. They should possess a strong capability to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum.

In Bruce Rock, our school is an integral part of the wider community through sports, activities and parent involvement in the school, and we encourage all staff to actively promote and be involved in these connections. Our leadership team values a positive staff climate – staff are supported to put health and family first, to build positive relationships within the community, and to be part of rural life.

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.

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 Emma Cooke, Principal on (08) 9082 1900 or Emma.Cooke@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Emma Cooke, Principal on emma.cooke@education.wa.edu.au or 0400 168 451.

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 school, including outlining your expertise, past experience and preferred roles within our school.
• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to your preferred roles within our school.

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/TCH1063431

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 October 2026