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

Applecross Senior High School (SHS) goal is to encourage young people to achieve their potential through the value and enjoyment of learning. We aim to widen students' horizons by presenting a diverse, relevant and contemporary curriculum that will prepare them to thrive in an ever changing society. The curriculum reflects our desire for students to become responsible and flexible thinkers who will be well prepared for the challenges ahead. We offer an innovative curriculum with the provision of a range of study options for senior students, including a full tertiary entrance program and a wide variety of vocational courses.

We are dedicated to fostering a leadership culture that empowers every staff member to grow and lead. Our commitment to building leadership capabilities is reflected in our supportive environment, which encourages professional growth and leadership at all levels. To support this, we provide the Future Leaders Framework, along with mentorship, coaching, and numerous opportunities for career advancement and leadership. Roles at our school include Head of Learning Area, Second in Charge, Teacher in Charge, Year Coordinator and Program Coordinator. Additionally, there are many more leadership opportunities available as our school continues to grow.

Find out more about our school by visiting applecross.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The successful applicant should be a passionate teacher of Mathematics, with a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. You will ideally possess professional knowledge, practice, and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant secondary Mathematics curriculum using a positive, student-focused approach, and should have success working with students across a range of ability levels.

The ability to differentiate curriculum and implement innovative approaches to improve outcomes for both high and low achieving students is a key element to this position. The successful applicant will ideally be able to apply the strategies of differentiated instruction and explicit teaching. They should incorporate current and emerging technologies to best meet the needs of our students.

Applicants with experience teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) are highly encouraged to apply.

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?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Donna Collins, Head of Learning Area Mathematics on (08) 9314 9393 or emailing [email protected].

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

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH980971

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 August 2025