This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 Ellenbrook Secondary College (ESC) is a co-educational school serving Years 7 to 12. The College was built in 2007 and seeks to support and encourage children by fostering a sense of self-worth, respect and confidence. This comes from setting high standards for achievement and having caring, knowledgeable staff that support children to reach their goals, both academically and personally. The College believes quality educators are the foundation on which a school is built. ESC is a Positive Behaviour School, placing great emphasis on quality teaching and building positive relationships with students. Our diverse learning pathways include Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) courses, an award-winning Vocational Education and Training (VET) program, specialist music and sports programs. Our Gifted and Talented (GAT) Secondary Selective Academic Program challenges high-achieving students, while a strong emphasis on Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) equips learners with problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. The Role As a member of the Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) team, you should be a conscientious, flexible, and innovative teacher who is committed to the development of the whole student. You would be actively involved both within the school and wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. The successful applicant will ideally have experience teaching HASS across both the lower school and senior school contexts, with opportunity to teach in specialised areas in HASS where possible. ESC has a strong focus on embedding literacy skills across all learning areas and we are seeking a dynamic teacher with a creative flare for instructional strategies and a sound knowledge of effective Classroom Management Strategies (CMS). The HASS team are very collaborative and readily share resources and experiences to enrich one another's teaching practice. The successful applicant should have the ability to contribute professionally to a dynamic and evolving HASS Learning Area. Graduate teachers are encouraged to apply as a solid teaching foundation can be further developed through mentoring, professional growth opportunities and with our departmental processes. 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 Matthew Dunstan on 0411 967 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 All applications must be submitted online. Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school. A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. 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 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH995201 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, 17 October 2025.
