Teacher - Secondary Generalist - Relief

Derby District High School; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in the East Midlands is seeking a dedicated Teacher - Secondary Generalist for a full-time position starting in 2026 at Derby District High School. The role emphasizes teaching across diverse subjects in a supportive environment, fostering strong relationships with students and families. Ideal candidates should possess a teaching qualification, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to enhancing educational standards, particularly in Aboriginal Education. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities available.

Benefits

Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance

District allowance

Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive

Employer contributions to superannuation

Vacation leave and other leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Air-conditioning subsidy

Travel concessions

Qualifications

• Experience working K-12 in diverse educational settings.
• Ability to adapt to different classroom environments.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Interventions and Support.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of subjects to different age groups.
• Maintain a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Develop positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Flexibility

Experience with complex needs

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Teacher - Secondary Generalist - Relief Branch: Derby District High School
Division: Kimberley Education Region
Salary: $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Location: Derby
Closing Date: 2026-01-09 4:30 PM

Job Summary

This is a 12 month fixed term, full‑time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Application Process Note

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only two Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at the application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage for shortlisted applicants only.

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

Derby District High School (DHS) is a dynamic school with a highly motivated, supportive and collaborative staff of over 100 people. With the school motto “Diligence, Courage and Strength”, students work towards high standards of academic and social achievement through participation and engagement in the school's inclusive, safe and stimulating learning environments. The young and vibrant staff brings energy and enthusiasm to classrooms and promotes community responsiveness, ensuring the interests of the students can be addressed in the teaching and learning programs.

The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in Education, particularly in Aboriginal Education. There is an active and strong social club to ensure the staff are well supported both in and out of school.

Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and 2,463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. The town is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and a number of rivers provides many boating and fishing recreational activities – but not swimming!

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The Role

Derby DHS is an exciting place to work. New graduates are supported by a range of experienced teachers and curriculum specialists. Whole school programmes and processes are very important to us and make the induction into our school a well‑supported process.

The school is currently part of the Kimberley School’s Project and supports staff to implement a targeted approach to teaching and learning programmes. This includes Daily Reviews and, in the Early Years, Let’s Decode. The school is committed to supporting the development of its staff through a wide range of professional development opportunities, and as such will look for your commitment to engage with this to further develop your teaching practice.

The successful applicant will ideally be a dedicated and motivated educator who has experience working from K‑12, is interested in teaching across many subject areas and has the ability to adapt to new environments quickly. We value teachers who can flexibly move from classroom to classroom when needed during the school day, possess solid organisational and management skills to deal with complex classroom behaviours.

Additionally, our ideal Teacher would have strong communication skills and be a team player. They would use their interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and their families and have the empathy, patience and understanding to work with children with highly complex needs, whilst understanding the changing engagement norms that today’s students are seeking at school.

Derby DHS is committed to the principles and implementation of the Stronger, Smarter, Positive behaviour in Schools Approach and as such firmly believes in explicitly teaching and supporting students to develop positive behaviours that will ensure they have success at school. Applicants with experience in Positive Behaviour Interventions and Support (PBIS) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Professional Benefits

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 per year
• District allowance of $7 436 a year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 (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
• Travel concessions

You may be eligible for HELP / HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location.

Teachers and school administrators employed at Derby District High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary ARI payment of $4 000 per annum, 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.

The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

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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.

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Eligibility

• hold an eligible .
• 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 .
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Application Instructions

New Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1

Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge
• Professional Engagement

Step 3

• Click ‘Apply for Job’
• Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
• Upload your completed CV template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time: 2026-01-09 4:30 PM. Late applications will not be accepted.

Advertised Vacancy Number

SS / TCH1015267

Additional Information

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.

Applications Close

4:30 PM (AWST) on Friday, 9 January 2026.