Teacher - English

• Branch: Kelmscott Senior High School
• Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
• Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
• Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
• FTE: 1.0
• Location: Kelmscott
• Closing Date: 2026-02-04 4:30 PM
• Attachments:
  • Applicant Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools.pdf
  • Applicant Information - Writing your application.pdf
  • CV Template.DOCX

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 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

Are you an exemplary, reflective teacher who promotes active learning and has high expectations of students? Do you possess a growth mindset and are ready to take on new challenges?

Kelmscott Senior High School (SHS) is in an exciting phase of growth, innovation, and positive change and we are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic English Teacher to join our dynamic team. A hallmark of Kelmscott SHS is the positive engagement between staff, students and the community. The common goal of inspiring students to achieve to the maximum of their academic, social, and emotional potential is reflected in every classroom. Kelmscott SHS has a proud reputation of promoting students to be active citizens at the local, state, national and international levels. Students at our school have a diversity of backgrounds and we celebrate this diversity as a proud Independent Public School. The multicultural nature of the school community is both recognised and celebrated.

Kelmscott SHS is a school of opportunity for students offering endorsed Specialist Programs in Agriculture, Music and Gifted and Talented (GAT) Secondary Selective Entrance Program. The school also offers a range of Academic Extension Programs in Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities and Social Sciences.

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

The Role

As a member of our team, you will ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher who is committed to the development of the whole student. You will ideally 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.

This is a unique opportunity to showcase innovative, contemporary teaching practices, contribute to an evolving English program, and help position our school as a centre of teaching and learning excellence. We are seeking a range of applicants including primary and secondary trained teachers.

The successful applicant will ideally possess experience teaching across a range of English contexts; Senior school ATAR English, Literature, General and Foundation courses. Lower school GAT, Academic Academy, General and Learning Support classes.

You will ideally possess a sound understanding of the developmental needs of students at all phases of the Western Australian Curriculum and be skilled in differentiating the curriculum to meet the academic needs of all learners. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment will be important, as well as a willingness to engage in professional learning and liaise with colleagues, parents and external networks.

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 Julie-Ann Ogilvie, Principal, on (08) 9495 7400 or emailing Julie-Ann.Ogilvie@education.wa.edu.au. During the school holidays, please contact Julie-Ann Ogilvie on 0418 136 251.

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. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• 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
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

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’
2. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
3. 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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1021754

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 Wednesday, 4 February 2026

• Position Title: Teacher - English
• Agency: Department of Education
• Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
• Location: Kelmscott
• Unit/Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
• Branch: Kelmscott Senior High School
• Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Position No.: 00002074
• Closing Date: 2026-02-04 4:30 PM