Teacher - Secondary Generalist

Department of Education; Shire Of Wiluna; Remote; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Teaching Service allowance 18 ,

District allowance 3 210 AUD

12% employer superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Housing assistance

Airconditioning subsidy

Furniture relocation

Vehicle relocation

Job summary

Department of Education is seeking Secondary Generalist Teachers for Wiluna Remote Community School. Positions are permanent or fixed-term, full-time and may commence in 2027. Roles involve teaching across Year 7–12 with emphasis on literacy, science, and On-Country learning, in partnership with the community.

Successful applicants will plan differentiated lessons, use data to inform practice, and engage with local stakeholders to deliver meaningful learning pathways in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Demonstrated ability to teach literacy and science, with capacity to contribute to curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Secondary Generalist classes in a remote context.
• Deliver literacy and science instruction and differentiate learning for diverse learners.
• Contribute to curriculum planning aligned with WA Curriculum and WACE.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Science teaching

Adaptability

On-Country learning

Education

Qualified teacher registration

Tools

ICT skills

SIDE program support

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking to establish a pool of Secondary - Generalist Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Wiluna Remote Community School (RCS) caters for Kindergarten to Year 12 students and has a small school population of approximately 60–100 students, supported by a positive and inclusive school culture. The school offers an established Two-Way Science and Youth Ranger program, supporting secondary students to develop practical skills, work On-Country, and preserve cultural knowledge. A targeted literacy intervention program operates across the school and is currently expanding into the high school, with plans to strengthen numeracy in the future. Teaching and learning are guided by the Martu Seasonal Calendar, a locally developed curriculum framework created by community members to ensure learning is connected to Country, culture, and community knowledge. Our high school program includes Teacher-led projects across combined Year 7/8 and Year 9/10 classes, supported by strong partnerships with local stakeholders to deliver innovative and meaningful learning pathways. Wiluna RCS provides a rewarding professional experience for Teachers seeking to build their skills in a remote context while making a genuine difference for students and community. Most students attend from Wiluna town and nearby communities, including Bondini and Kutkabubba, with a school bus service providing daily transport. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online. For more information about working in Wiluna and the exciting employment opportunities we have to offer, please watch our video below. The Role Wiluna RCS is seeking motivated and adaptable Secondary Generalist Teachers, who are interested in teaching in a remote context and engaging in On-Country learning. The role suits educators who are confident teaching literacy, have an interest in or experience teaching Science, and are willing to contribute to the curriculum through their own strengths and interests, such as music, art, woodwork, construction, home economics or other practical learning areas. Suitable applicants will set high expectations for student achievement, use data and assessment to inform teaching practice, and plan differentiated learning aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). Experience or interest in Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways is highly regarded. Suitable applicants should also ideally have appropriate Information and Communications Technology (ICT) skills, including the ability to support students accessing the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE). This position is well suited to a relationship-focused teachers, committed to working collaboratively within a remote school community. Teaching at Wiluna provides opportunities for professional growth, broad teaching experience, and meaningful engagement with community, culture, and Country.

Professional Benefits

• Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $18 120 a year
• District allowance of $3 210 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
• Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
• Free GROH housing
• Airconditioning Subsidy
• Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
• Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
• Vehicle relocation

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location - click here for details. 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].

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.
• 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.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.

Contact

Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jocelyn Bradshaw, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. During the school holidays, please contact Jocelyn Bradshaw on 0422 848 200.