We are seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) 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.

At Boddington District High School (DHS), we hold high expectations of the students and young people in our care – as well as of ourselves and our colleagues. As a school, we continuously reflect on our performance, seek feedback on how we can improve, and work together to support change.

Our aim is to create a school where every student experiences a sense of connectedness and belonging to the school community, of being known as an individual, and where staff care about every student’s overall progress and wellbeing. We believe that ‘Every student matters, every day’ at Boddington DHS and through working in partnership with our community, that all students will ‘learn, grow and succeed’.

Located 120 kilometres south-east of Perth, Boddington DHS offers courses from Kindergarten to Year 10. We attract students from the local community as well as students from Quindanning, Wandering, Bannister and Crossman. We offer the successful applicant the opportunity to work in a positive, welcoming and supportive school environment that has the benefits of a country, close-knit community combined with close proximity to the metropolitan area.

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

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally display a strong commitment to community engagement and building positive relationships with students, staff, families and external agencies. They should have high expectations, believe all students can learn and be successful, and put students first in their decision-making.

Strong knowledge and understanding of effective, evidence-based teaching practices is important, with the ability to use student performance data, particularly in literacy and numeracy, to support student progress. Ideally, applicants will be confident integrating digital technologies across the curriculum and using effective behaviour management strategies aligned to PBS to create an organised, engaging and learning-focused classroom.

Suitable applicants will ideally be motivated and reflective teachers who value professional growth and contribute positively to whole-school approaches and initiatives. They should display a commitment to continual improvement and accountability, with experience in high-impact teaching strategies, including daily reviews, engagement norms, checking for understanding and explicit instruction. Additional expertise, skills and knowledge that contribute to whole-school programs will be highly regarded.

Experience with Stepping Stones Mathematics, Spelling Mastery, Sounds-Write and Heggarty is also highly desirable.

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 Melissa Hughes, Principal on (08) 9884 2900 or emailing Melissa.Hughes@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Melissa Hughes on 0427 838 210 or emailing Melissa.Hughes@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) 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 three (3) 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/TCH1064955

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 9 October 2026