This is a TEMPORARY TEACHER - WHYALLA SECONDARY COLLEGE - MATHEMATICS / SCIENCE (7-8) role with Department for Education, South Australia based in Whyalla, SA, AU Department for Education, South Australia Role Seniority - graduate, junior More about the TEMPORARY TEACHER - WHYALLA SECONDARY COLLEGE - MATHEMATICS / SCIENCE (7-8) role at Department for Education, South Australia Position No: 2026-1035-TCH-C-2-51 Applications Close: 29/03/2026 11:30 PM Position Descriptor Whyalla Secondary College is a vibrant school dedicated to providing high-quality education, engagement and fostering a love for learning in our students. We pride ourselves on our innovative teaching methods and supportive environment for both staff and students. When you work with the Department for Education, you join a community of more than 30,000 remarkable people - each one driven to help students unlock their potential. We work with shared purpose and welcome your unique perspective, because it's the diversity of thought and experience that makes us strong. We're looking for a passionate and capable Maths / Science (years 7 & 8) teacher to join our team. We strongly encourage applications from teachers with experience or training in primary education. Why choose us? Country teaching incentives, subsidies and allowances, including relocation assistance find out more at www.education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching Gain hands-on experience that builds leadership capability early Benefit from continuous professional development and mentoring Embrace a lifestyle surrounded by nature and outdoor adventure Teach in a school that's the heart of its community where your impact is visible and valued The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For Planning and delivering engaging lessons that meet the needs of all students Assessing and evaluating student progress Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment Collaborating with colleagues and participating in professional development opportunities Communicating effectively with students, parents and staff Ready to bring your brilliance to Whyalla Secondary College? Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the below questions in an application response: Tell us about a time when you successfully contributed to a school community. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them? Describe the impact your actions had on the students and staff, and how this experience has prepared you to contribute to our regional Category 2 school. Describe a time when you implemented inclusive practices in your classroom or school. What strategies did you use to ensure all students felt valued and supported? How did you measure the success of these practices, and what was the outcome for the students involved? Tell us about a time when you used restorative practices to manage a behavioural issue in your classroom or school. What steps did you take to address the situation, and how did you involve the students in the process? What was the outcome, and what did you learn from the experience? Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered. Site: Whyalla Secondary College Local Partnership: Whyalla Tenure: 27/04/2026 to 11/12/2026 Fraction of time: 1.0 Subject: Mathematics (including General Maths) to Year 9 Subject: Science to Year 9 Conditions: $82,496 - $119,647 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions School Website: https://wsc.sa.edu.au Eligibility and Application Instructions We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department for Education, South Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Planning and delivering lessons Assessing student progress Creating an inclusive environment Key Strengths Lesson planning Assessment and evaluation Classroom management Collaboration Restorative practices Professional development A Final Note: This is a role with Department for Education, South Australia not with Hatch.
