This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025 Piara Waters Senior High School (SHS) is situated in the beautifully landscaped suburb of Piara Waters, approximately 25kms south of Perth. The school is surrounded by luscious greenery and forms part of the vibrant, multicultural community of Piara Waters. The school commenced with Year 7 students in 2023, and presently has Year 7, 8 and 9 cohorts. Each year the school adds to its growing cohort, until it reaches Year 12 in 2028. The Role We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated, energetic and possesses the qualities needed to bring people together, identify opportunities and establish new initiatives to support growth in a foundation school. The successful applicant should have an advanced knowledge of student wellbeing processes, the ability to manage students and promote positive relationships between students, staff, parents and the local community. The successful applicant will ideally apply their professional knowledge and understanding of contemporary instructional strategies to promote teaching, learning and student wellbeing within the school community. You should create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students (including students with disabilities) focussing on the development of the whole child. The successful applicant should display a good understanding of the case management of students, knowledge of effective intervention, monitoring and reporting strategies, including attendance and the analysis of data. You will also ideally possess the ability to provide direction and purpose to staff, build team capacity, capabilities and cohesion and promote an environment of positive academic learning experiences for all students. You should have high standards of professionalism and be culturally responsive. We are seeking applicants who ideally have the capacity to utilise their professional knowledge and skills in the context of a foundation school. We are seeking a leader who is flexible and adaptable with the capacity to develop and grow professionally, whilst leading within a changing and developing context. This role may include a teaching component 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? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). 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. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package. Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs). Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. 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 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA989013 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 Friday, 29 August 2025
