Teacher - Design and Technology

Department of Education; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District Allowance

Temporary Attraction and Retention Inc

12% employer superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Karratha Senior High School, part of the Department of Education, seeks a Design and Technology teacher for a 12-month fixed-term full-time role commencing Term 1, 2027. The role covers Materials and Technology with Woodwork and Metalwork modules for Years 7–12, in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will differentiate instruction, maintain strong classroom management and collaborate with a dedicated Technologies team to deliver engaging learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have valid work rights for the term.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design and Technology (Materials and Technology) and develop Woodwork/Metalwork courses for Years 7–12.
• Differentiate curriculum to cater for individual needs and differentiate for diverse learners.
• Maintain sound classroom management and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the Technologies Learning Area team and contribute to program delivery.

Skills

Design and Technology

Woodwork

Metalwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Teacher qualification

Registration

Tools

Fusion 360

Canva

Job description

This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only. Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only . Application documents in any other format will not be accepted. The School At Karratha Senior High School (SHS) we empower every student to embrace opportunities, build resilience, and contribute positively to society. Karratha SHS is an independent public school for students from Years 7 to 12. We pride ourselves on delivering quality education to a diverse population of approximately 1270 students who live in Karratha and surrounding towns. Our well-maintained facilities create an inviting and inclusive environment for all students. Our diverse team of educators, range from enthusiastic graduates to Level 3 classroom teachers and Senior teachers. The school has developed a strong local reputation for over 50 years for producing responsible, engaged, compassionate young people who graduate to become contributing members of our society. Karratha SHS offers excellent programs for students to pursue music, drama, art, sport and outdoor education. Our state-of-the-art Technologies building provides excellent facilities for students to learn valuable skills for careers in trades industries.

Priority Areas

• Conditions for learning: Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment to support students’ learning, wellbeing and engagement
• Curriculum and teaching: Support high quality teaching and learning in all classrooms
• Build staff capability: Identify, develop and support our workforce through consistent, high-quality leadership
• Strong community partnerships and relationships: Enhance engagement practices with parents, families, community stakeholders and external agencies

The Role

The successful applicant will ideally be able to teach Design and Technology (Materials and Technology) and have the ability to develop and deliver courses in Woodwork and Metalwork. We are looking for someone with sound interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to work cooperatively in the Technologies Learning Area team. Sound classroom management, the ability to develop rapport and motivate students, differentiating curriculum to cater for individual student needs, and practising a range of teaching strategies are strong focus areas for this position. We highly value applicants who are dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment, offering meaningful learning opportunities that empower students to reach their full potential, work effectively independently, as well as in a team and support the initiatives and programs in Design and Technology within Karratha SHS. Strong interpersonal skills are highly regarded, as the role involves close collaboration with students, staff, and the wider school community. Suitable applicants should demonstrate a commitment to professional growth by embracing innovation and self-reflecting on their practice to improve outcomes. We have a well-resourced department with 7 streams for students from 9 to 12, including Food, Textiles, Digital Technologies, Marine and Maritime, Mechatronics, Woodwork and Metalwork. We also hold a strong focus on digital design throughout all subject streams, utilising Fusion 360 and Canva. Experience teaching workshop classes including Woodwork and Metalwork from Years 7-12 is highly desirable.

Professional Benefits

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• District Allowance of $9 449 a year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $3 000 see info below
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation Teachers and School Administrators employed at Karratha Senior High School in 2027 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $3 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment. The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

Eligibility

• 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.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start;
• 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.

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.

Contact

Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Gemma Garbutt, Deputy Principal on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail] .

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1071241

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.