We are seeking to establish a pool of Secondary Generalist - Big Picture Learning Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Yule Brook College is a proud Independent Public School inspired by our ethos of 'one student at a time in a community of learners'. Our school strives to meet the individual interests and needs of our students and provide support to develop the dimensions of the whole person.
We use the Big Picture design to provide a personalised learning plan based on each student's interests and passions from Year 7 through to Year 12, and our senior students work towards achieving the International Big Picture Learning Credential. The Advisory class is an integral part of our school structure and students develop a strong bond with their class and teacher.
Find out more about our school by visiting yulebrookcollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We're ideally seeking exceptional secondary teachers who are passionate about personalised learning and will be committed to the Big Picture Learning design. This unique role combines the responsibilities of an Advisory Teacher with those of a secondary subject teacher, providing the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with students while supporting their academic, personal and post-school development. Previous experience with Big Picture is not essential.
As an Advisory Teacher, you would teach and mentor a class of students over multiple years, working closely with families and the wider community to develop and implement personalised learning plans based on each student's interests, strengths and aspirations. You should foster a strong sense of belonging and wellbeing, guiding students to become self-directed learners and supporting them to achieve success both within and beyond the classroom.
Alongside your Advisory responsibilities, you would teach in one or more learning areas. We're ideally looking for versatile teachers who are confident teaching a combination of English, Science, Mathematics and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS). You don't need to be a specialist in every learning area; rather, we're looking for educators who are adaptable, collaborative and committed to designing authentic learning experiences that connect curriculum with students' interests. Experience or expertise in the Arts or Technologies would be highly regarded.
Suitable applicants should be reflective practitioners who value strong relationships, embrace innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and are committed to helping every student thrive through personalised education.
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 Hilary Saunders, Principal, on (08) 9251 8333 or emailing Hilary.S.Saunders@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Hilary Saunders on 0403 777 510.
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 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/TCH1057187
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 30 July 2026
