This is a permanent part-time (0.8 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025
Comet Bay College is a modern, innovative Independent Public School that caters for Years 7 to 12 students and is located one kilometre from the coast in the vibrant community of Secret Harbour. The College boasts state of the art facilities that include specialist science laboratories, a lecture theatre, fitness centre, metal fabrication centre, a modern industrial food studio and graphics/mechatronics studio.
The College also has a successful and highly competitive Australian Football Specialist Program. The Visual and Performing Arts also offer extension classes in Drama, Dance and Art to selected students in Years 7 to 10. We invest heavily in the social and emotional intelligence of our students through the years 7 to 9 Resiliency, Emotional Awareness, Community and Health (REACH) Program and our staff and are fully committed to developing resilient young people with a healthy sense of self-worth who value education and have the confidence to seek excellence in all aspects of their lives.
We encourage and support staff to be innovative and engaging in their curriculum delivery, providing digital TVs and/or projectors in every room, and supported with class sets of iPads and laptops. The College is fully networked and has the latest wireless operating system enabling staff and students to be “connected” at all times. Comet Bay College is a Gifted and Talented school and also has extension pathways in English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities and Social Sciences years 7 to 10.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.cometbaycollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Comet Bay College is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, passionate, and committed Teacher for 2025. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to work across Years 11 to 12 and bring their expertise to the School Transition to Employment (STEP) program. At Comet Bay College, we believe that strong, respectful relationships are key to academic and personal success. The STEP teaching team embodies this goal and is committed to creating a high-energy, dynamic environment where students are inspired to reach their full potential. To succeed in this role, you ideally will be student-focused, highly motivated, and passionate about building meaningful connections. You will be expected to teach across a range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Health, bringing creativity and energy to each area. Additionally, you will deliver a nationally recognized qualification based on life skills, ensuring students are equipped with practical knowledge for their future and achieve a Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).
The successful applicant should be to be prepared to gain if not already hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment Your dynamic teaching style and high energy will engage students, while your ability to adapt to our unique daily structure will keep them excited and invested in their learning. Collaboration with colleagues and the community is essential as you work together to promote student achievement and well-being. We provide staff with the tools to deliver creative, engaging lessons, including digital TVs, projectors, and class sets of iPads and laptops. Our fully networked campus ensures students and staff stay always connected.
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 Michael Churchman, Associate Principal, on 9553 8100 or by emailing michael.churchman@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 and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 four (4) 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 four (4) 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/TCH954610
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, 26 May 2025
