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

Applecross Senior High School's (SHS) goal is to encourage young people to achieve their potential through the value and enjoyment of learning. We aim to widen students' horizons by presenting a diverse, relevant, and contemporary curriculum that prepares them to thrive in an ever-changing society. The curriculum reflects our desire for students to become responsible and flexible thinkers, well prepared for the challenges ahead. We offer an innovative curriculum with a range of study options for senior students, including a full tertiary entrance program and a variety of vocational courses.

At Applecross 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 looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Home Economics and Hospitality teacher who ideally is proactive, passionate, and able to collaborate effectively within a team. The successful applicant should ideally have high expectations, a strong commitment to excellence, and use diverse teaching methods to create and maintain a positive, engaging classroom environment. Applicants who show flexibility and adaptability, especially in applying differentiated instruction and explicit teaching strategies, will be highly regarded.

The successful applicant should display strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to promote the school’s values and priorities. Building positive relationships with students and a passion for shaping their futures are highly regarded. The role iideally requires a performance-driven, evidence-based approach to decision-making.

The position includes teaching Home Economics subjects from Years 8 to 12, and with responsibility for delivering Certificate II in Hospitality. The successful applicant ideally must either hold a Certificate II in Hospitality or demonstrate current industry experience. Additionally, applicants ideally should hold either the Certificate IV in TAE, TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set, TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set, or TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set, to be able to train and assess in any VET context independently.

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 Simon Entwistle, Head of Learning Area, Technologies, or Taryn Smith, Teacher in Charge, Home Economics, on (08) 9314 9393 or emailing simon.entwistle@education.wa.edu.au or taryn.smith@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 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/TCH1041318

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, 10 August 2026