Teacher - Design and Technology

VenuesWest; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A public secondary college in Western Australia seeks an enthusiastic Design Technologies teacher for Years 7-12. The role involves delivering a high-quality curriculum, engaging with students, and promoting positive relationships. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and experience in developing programs that inspire learning.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum.
• Experience in developing secondary school programs in Design and Technology.
• Ability to teach from Year 7 to Year 12.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality and engaging curriculum in Design Technologies.
• Implement differentiated curriculum to meet all students' needs.
• Promote the school’s values and build positive relationships with students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Location: Subiaco, Western Australia

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Commencement: Term 1, 2026

The School

Bob Hawke College opened in February 2020 to more than 250 Year 7 students and is the first high density public secondary college in Western Australia. The college offers a diverse curriculum and a Gifted and Talented Academic Program with scholarships. The college values international mindedness and high-quality teaching and learning within modern facilities.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Design Technologies teacher to join the Technologies team, delivering high-quality and engaging curriculum in our facilities. You should be able to teach from Year 7 through to Year 12 Design and Technology and be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. You will deliver a differentiated curriculum to meet the needs of all students and aspire to academic excellence and high-quality teaching and learning.

You will ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher committed to the development of the whole student, actively involved within the school and wider community, and reflective of your teaching practices with evidence-based decision making and differentiation.

The successful applicant will ideally have knowledge and experience to develop and implement engaging secondary school programs in Years 7 to 12 Technology – Engineering including Woodwork and Metalwork contexts. Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills are expected to promote the school’s values and priorities and to build positive relationships with students.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education includes a range of benefits such as competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. More information about benefits is available on the department website.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged.

Eligibility information and conditions are listed below. To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have valid 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

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

• Step 1: Select Apply for Job — complete the online application including details of two work-related referees (one preferably your current line manager).
• Step 2: Attach documents — include a statement of up to three pages demonstrating Professional Knowledge, Practice and Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and a CV of up to two pages.
• Attach other required documents as specified.
• Your application must be received before the closing date; late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team at [phone].

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH997988

Closing date: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 October 2025.