Teacher - Science

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of West Arthur; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive Country Teaching Program

District allowance

Superannuation contributions

Vacation leave

Accommodation assistance

Relocation support

Air-conditioning subsidy

Job summary

Carnamah District High School is seeking a permanent full-time Science teacher commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will deliver WA Curriculum-aligned Science to Year 7–10, in a caring, motivational, differentiated learning environment.

You will collaborate with staff and may teach options and some Primary classes as needed. Strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to professional growth, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and the wider community

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum
• Ability to deliver content in an engaging manner
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly effective team member with collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Year 7–10 students with varied abilities
• Differentiate learning to cater for diverse needs
• Possibly teach options classes and some Primary classes (negotiable)
• Develop positive relationships with students, families and staff
• Contribute to whole-school processes and ongoing professional growth

Skills

WA Curriculum knowledge

Engaging delivery

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Carnamah District High School (DHS) offers students a quality education in a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Our strong early childhood programmes create an ideal start for students and our vocational education package with links to local businesses, is part of an effective Year 11 and 12 program. The school works hard to meet the distinct needs of its community. Carnamah DHS ensures all aspects of our school community work together to enact our school vision of 'Building strong foundations, meaningful connections and bright futures'. Carnamah is a town and farming community 300 kilometres north of Perth in the Mid-West region of Western Australia. Carnamah is home to something for everyone, including rich history, museums, many sporting organisations, an art gallery, a gymnasium, Astrotourism, stunning lakes, walk trails and beautiful wildflowers. Find out more about our school by visiting carnamahdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant would ideally possess a sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, be able to deliver content in an engaging manner, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be a highly effective team member. The successful applicant will teach Science to students from Year 7 to 10 with a range of ability levels. They will ideally have the capacity to provide a learning environment that is caring, motivational, and differentiated to cater for a range of learning needs. As Carnamah DHS is a regional district high school, the successful applicant may also be asked to teach some options classes and possibly some Primary classes. These classes are negotiable, depending on interests and skills. The successful applicant will ideally be committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community. They will ideally be willing to participate in ongoing professional growth and development activities, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators.

Professional Benefits

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 per year
• District allowance of $3 210 a year
• 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

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.

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

To work with us, you must:

• 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 Monday, 26 October 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1069413

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.