Teacher - English at Department of Education WA

Job Description:

Latest job information from Department of Education WA for the position of Teacher - English. If the Teacher - English vacancy in South Lake WA matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Department of Education WA for the position of Teacher - English below matches your qualifications.

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026.

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 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at 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

Lakeland Senior High School (SHS) is a thriving school community. Extracurricular programs are well supported and after school homework classes are well attended. Staff are highly committed and seek to develop friendly and supportive working relationships with students and each other. Lakeland SHS provides a calm and friendly atmosphere where students are encouraged to succeed and take pride in what they achieve. The school is close to the city and situated near the freeway and Cockburn Central train and bus station. Partner primary schools include Beeliar, Yangebup, Bibra Lake and South Lake, however, a strong contingent of students live outside of the Lakeland SHS boundary having been selected into our endorsed specialist and school developed enrichment programs. The school also operates an endorsed Education Support program, opened in 2023, with brand new facilities to support social emotional and academic progress of students with disabilities.

The Role

The successful applicant should ideally use direct teaching strategies and exhibit effective classroom management skills to create a classroom that is caring, differentiated and responsive to the needs of students. They should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to professional learning and a high level of participation in collaborative team planning, essential in working in our dynamic English/Drama Learning Area. Ideally the successful applicant will possess cultural awareness and be focussed on delivering versatile programs that will engage individuals and groups, including those students with complex needs and diagnosed disabilities.

As a member of the English/Drama team, they should display strong curriculum leadership and be passionate about building a love of the Arts/Drama within our school. The ideal applicant should need to be self-motivated, collaborative, and dedicated to fostering positive and respectful relationships with students, staff and the wider school community.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

During the school holidays, please contact Cherie Johnson, Head of English, on 0429476***.

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. 

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• 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

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: Complete the CV template with:

• 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: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job'

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. 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 Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH988801

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: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 October 2025

Job Info:

• Company: Department of Education WA
• Position: Teacher - English
• Work Location: South Lake WA
• Country: AU

How to Submit an Application:

After reading and understanding the criteria and minimum qualification requirements explained in the job information Teacher - English at the office South Lake WA above, immediately complete the job application files such as a job application letter, CV, photocopy of diploma, transcript, and other supplements as explained above. Submit via the Next Page link below.