Teacher - Health and Physical Education

Teacher - Health and Physical Education

Branch: Gilmore College

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Orelia

Closing Date: 2025-11-17 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 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

Gilmore College is a vibrant and inclusive learning community focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Educators at Gilmore are supported to grow professionally through the use of evidence-based, high-impact teaching strategies that drive student success. The College actively promotes pedagogical development through targeted professional learning, instructional coaching, and collaborative planning.

Staff are provided with opportunities, with clear pathways to roles that contribute to strategic school improvement. Teaching at Gilmore College means joining a team committed to quality teaching and learning, grounded in the values of success, respect, integrity and resilience. At Gilmore College, our vision is one where quality teaching and learning drive success, and connection inspires growth.

Our moral purpose is to empower every student to thrive through meaningful connection, continual growth, and a shared pursuit of success. Grounded in the value of Respect, Integrity, and Resilience, we foster a high-impact teaching and learning community where high expectations, positive relationships and collective responsibility guide every action and decision.

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

The Role

Gilmore College is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Health and Physical Education (HPE) teacher to join our dynamic and dedicated team. The successful applicant should display excellence in teaching and learning, a commitment to evidence-based practice, and the ability to inspire students to achieve their best. Applicants who can apply the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact strategy, using evidence-based practices to maximise student engagement and achievement in HPE and General Capabilities, will be highly regarded.

As a member of our HPE Learning Area, you will ideally be conscientious, flexible, and an innovative teacher committed to the development of the whole student. You should be actively involved both within the school and the wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices, and dedicated to evidence-based decision making and differentiation.

Qualifications in Outdoor Education, including First Aid, Community Surf Rescue, and a Bus License, are highly desirable. Experience teaching ATAR Physical Education Studies and/or Health Studies is also well regarded. Applicants with experience planning and leading camps and expeditions are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will ideally be collaborative, highly committed, and able to work effectively with our dedicated HPE team. In this role, you should actively participate in ongoing professional learning and reflect on you own teaching practice to enhance student engagement and maintain a culture of high-quality teaching.

You will work in partnership with the Head of Learning Area and the HPE team to lead strategies and initiatives that continue to drive improvement in student engagement, classroom teaching, and student performance across Years 7-12.

Graduate teachers are encouraged to apply. Many of our staff have commenced their careers at Gilmore College, and we pride ourselves on offering mentoring, support, and professional growth opportunities.

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 Kellie Sadler, Associate Principal, on (08) 6595 2700 or emailing kellie.sadler@education.wa.edu.au.

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/TCH1005898

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 Monday, 17 November 2025

Position Title Teacher - Health and Physical Education

Agency Department of Education

Salary Teacher, $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Location Orelia

Unit/Division Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Branch Gilmore College

Work Type Permanent - Full Time

Position No. 00001117

Closing Date 2025-11-17 4:30 PM