Teacher of English

Swan Valley Anglican Community School; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Valley Anglican Community School in Aveley, WA, invites applications for a Secondary English Teacher for Term 1, 2027. The role reports to the Head of English and seeks a dynamic educator to engage students in Years 7 to 12 within a vibrant co-educational setting.

Applicants with a Bachelor of Education and TRBWA registration, plus experience acrossYears 7–12 and WA curriculum knowledge, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education and current TRBWA registration.
• Ability to teach ATAR English (an advantage).
• Experience teaching English across Years 7 to 12.
• Strong knowledge of the WA English curriculum.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Understanding of assessment strategies and data-informed instruction.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to curriculum planning and professional development.
• Willingness to support the Mission, Vision and Ethos and Core Values of Swan Valley Anglican Community School.
• Proof of Teaching Registration.
• Proof of Working with Children Check (or application).

Responsibilities

• Engage, challenge and inspire students across Years 7 to 12.
• Contribute to a collaborative English Department culture.
• Deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and develop confident readers and writers.

Skills

Teaching English

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Differentiation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education

TRBWA registration

Job description

Fixed Term | Full-Time 1.0FTE
Term 1 2027

Swan Valley Anglican Community School is a vibrant co-educational school offering high-quality holistic education from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Located in the heart of the picturesque Swan Valley in Aveley, our school community has grown steadily since its establishment in 2006 and now supports approximately 1,500 students.

In 2025, Swan Valley Anglican Community School was honoured with two prestigious national awards: The Educator Australia 5-Star Innovative Schools 2025 & The 2025 National ACEL Leadership Award (Australian Council for Educational Leaders).
We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and passionate Secondary English Teacher to join our team for Term 1, 2027.

Reporting to the Head of English, the successful candidate will be a dynamic educator with the ability to engage, challenge and inspire students across Years 7 to 12. As a valued member of our collaborative English Department, you will contribute to a culture that fosters a love of literature, critical thinking and academic excellence.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or a recent graduate, we welcome applications from educators who are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and nurturing confident, capable readers and writers.

About You

You are a compassionate and organised educator who brings:

• A Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) and current TRBWA registration
• Ability to teach ATAR English (an advantage)
• Demonstrated experience teaching English across Years 7 to 12
• Strong knowledge of the Western Australian English curriculum
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Understanding of assessment strategies and data-informed instruction
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to curriculum planning and professional development
• Willingness to supportthe Mission, Vision and Ethos and Core Values of Swan Valley Anglican Community School
• Proof of Teaching Registration
• Proof of Working with Children Check (or application)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant and supportive school community
• Make a lasting impact on student wellbeing and development
• Work in a values-driven environment that prioritises compassion, excellence, and inclusion.

Swan Valley Anglican Community School is an equal opportunity employer and a child-safe school.

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