Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences

Department of Education; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance of

District Allowance

Temporary Attraction and Retention to

12% employer superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Air conditioning subsidy

Job summary

Karratha Senior High School, part of the Western Australian Department of Education, seeks HASS teachers for 2027 with permanent and fixed-term positions. Roles cover Years 7–12, with opportunities to teach ATAR Economics.

The school emphasizes inclusive, high-quality instruction and strong community engagement. Positions commence Term 1, 2027, with 2 roles anticipated (1 permanent, 1 fixed-term 12 months) and multiple benefits.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to teach with a recognised teacher qualification and current registration.
• Ability to teach secondary HASS from Years 7–12 in WA Curriculum.
• Desirable: ability to teach ATAR Economics.

Responsibilities

• Teach secondary HASS from Years 7–12.
• Deliver a differentiated curriculum to meet diverse student needs.
• Align teaching with the WA Whole School Instructional Model for consistency and quality.

Skills

Secondary HASS

ATAR Economics (desirable)

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) 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.

• 1 x permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027
• 1 x fixed term (12 month) full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

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

We are committed to teaching and learning excellence in every classroom. Our whole‑school instructional model ensures consistent, high‑quality teaching that supports all students to achieve success and pursue their aspirations.

We aim to create an environment where students are challenged, engaged, and supported with their learning.

With a focus on explicit teaching, teachers provide clear, consistent and purposeful lessons across all year levels to reduce variability and ensure every student experiences high quality instruction in every classroom.

Formal and informal instructional coaching and support is provided to all teachers.

Underpinning our teaching is a strong focus on trauma informed practice and the use of Positive Behaviour strategies to ensure all students are well supported.

These approaches reinforce our core values of Responsibility, Respect and Inclusivity, creating a culture where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Find out more about our school by visiting karrathashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online and more about Karratha by viewing the video below.

The Role

At Karratha SHS, teachers build positive relationships with students and work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance student achievement. Suitable applicants will ideally be motivated, possess the ability to teach secondary HASS from years 7 to 12 and will be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. The ability to teach ATAR Economics is desirable. As a HASS Teacher, you will deliver a differentiated curriculum which meets the needs of all students and have an expectation that all students can reach their potential. We are looking for teachers who aspire for academic excellence and are committed to high quality teaching and learning. Teaching practices must align with the Whole School Instructional Model, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all learning areas. Applicants will ideally possess strong communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s moral purpose, values and priorities across the whole school community.

Karratha SHS anticipates to offer 2 positions for 2027 from this process (1 x permanent and 1 x fixed term 12 month contract) plus any other HASS opportunities which may arise throughout 2027.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well‑being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.

• 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
• Air conditioning subsidy

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.

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

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3‑year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3‑year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school. Find out if you are eligible on IKON. *Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.

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

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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 12 November 2026