Teacher - Secondary Generalist - SIDE

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Esperance; Presencial; AUD 70 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District Allowance

12% superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

More than 20 days of other leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Travel concessions

Resumo da oferta

Norseman District High School, part of the Department of Education, Western Australia, seeks a passionate Secondary Generalist Teacher to coordinate the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) program for Years 10–12. The role emphasises strong relationships with students, families and staff within a Positive Behaviour Support culture.

You will collaborate with the Deputy Principal Secondary to guide course selection, set attainable goals and differentiate to meet diverse needs,

Qualificações

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term.
• Commit to WA Working with Children Check and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate the SIDE program for Years 10–12 in collaboration with the Deputy Principal Secondary.
• Support students in course selection and goal setting.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs and support high achievement.

Conhecimentos

Relationship building

Differentiation

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Formação académica

Eligible teaching qualification & registration

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

Norseman District High School (NDHS) is a Level 5 District High School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Our school has a rich history that stretches back to its inaugural opening in 1896.

The traditional owners, the Ngadju people, have a broad understanding of the land, a passionate culture and are wonderful supporters of the school. Our relatively low student numbers allow our quality and passionate staff opportunities to individualise the curriculum to meet the children’s needs. There is a wonderful balance of staff from beginning teachers to experienced staff who value working collaboratively and building a positive staff culture.

Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

For more information about working in Norseman and the exciting employment opportunities we have to offer, please watch our video below.

The Role

As a valued member of our school community, you should be a relationship‑focused educator who prioritises strong connections with students, colleagues, and families. With a genuine belief in the Teaching for Impact principles, you would ideally commit to practices that make a measurable difference to student learning and wellbeing. You should embrace our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) culture and actively contribute to creating a calm, consistent, and supportive learning environment.

We are ideally seeking a passionate Secondary Generalist Teacher who has the passion and confidence to coordinate our School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) program. This involves working with students in Years 10-12 in close collaboration with the Deputy Principal Secondary to provide a positive and supportive learning environment for our Senior Secondary students. As part of the role, you will assist students select courses, help students to set attainable goals across their areas of study and support students in their day to day learning. You should use your pedagogical expertise to engage students, foster curiosity, and support high achievement, including opportunities for both extension and enrichment.

The succsessful applicant should ideally be innovative, student‑centred, and eager to collaborate as part of a professional and committed team. You should reflect regularly on your practice, use evidence to inform your decisions, and differentiate to meet the diverse needs of students. Your ability to build positive, respectful relationships and create safe, inclusive learning experiences will be key to supporting all students to succeed.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, happy, and supportive school where both staff and students strive for continuous improvement. Your strong communication, interpersonal skills, and willingness to contribute to our positive school culture will be valued as we work together to shape bright futures for our students.

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. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
• District Allowance of $2 734 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
• Travel concessions

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].

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 Simon Duncan, 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

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.