Teacher - Drama

Department of Education, Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Career development

Leave provisions

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking Drama teachers for Mount Lawley Senior High School to fill permanent and fixed‑term vacancies that may arise during the 2027 school year. Roles may be full‑time or part‑time as vacancies occur.

Applicants should show high performance and high care with strong knowledge of Drama for Years 7–12 and ATAR capability where possible. They will engage students, collaborate within teams, and uphold the school’s Pedagogical Framework.

Qualifications

• Must hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Ability to teach Drama from Years 7–12, including ATAR level where desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama to students across Years 7–12.
• Collaborate with peers within teams and apply the Pedagogical Framework.
• Foster student wellbeing and supportive, data-informed improvement.
• Engage with parents to support student learning and progress.

Skills

Drama teaching

Education

Eligible teacher qualification & registration

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Drama 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.

Founded in 1955, Mount Lawley Senior High School (SHS) is located 5 kilometres from the Perth CBD. It comprises three sub‑schools; Years 7 to 12. It hosts a Gifted and Talented Languages program, a Specialist Visual and Performing Arts program, a Music program and the innovative Aboriginal Excellence Program. The school offers a breadth of curriculum choices and has a rich history of student success and achievement.

A major strength of the school is its strong links and partnerships with parents and the broader community. All staff at Mount Lawley SHS are committed to the provision of learning programs that cater for all post‑school destinations including university, State Training Providers and employment.

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

The Role

Suitable applicants should have a focus on high performance and high care and will ideally display professional knowledge, practical application and understanding of the Drama curriculum from Years 7 – 12. The ability to teach Drama at an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) level is desirable. Suitable applicants will ideally embrace and commit to the school’s Ethos and Vision. They should be expert in engaging students and provide a learning environment that facilitates students at all levels achieving their full potential. Teachers at Mount Lawley SHS are expected to embrace the school’s Pedagogical Framework (attached).

The work of staff will reflect a personal commitment to the values of the school: excellence, respect, perseverance and learning. There is an expectation that staff engage in reflective practice, informed by a close examination of student performance incorporating data for relevant improvement plans. Teachers work collaboratively with peers and within their various teams as part of a professional learning community.

All staff employed by the school have a focus on pastoral care, students’ well‑being and a commitment to forming positive working relationships with students and colleagues. Staff should engage with parents to assist student learning and ensure there are no surprises about student progress.

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.

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

• 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1062859

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

Applications close

4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026