Teacher – Independent Learning

at Hedland Senior High School, South Hedland, Australia

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Salary

Not given in the advert

Closing date

9 February 2027

Start

Term 1, 2027

Type of post

Teaching

First seen

11 November 2026, on a public job listing

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This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public-School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students and staff to achieve success. The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement. Find out more about our school by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or viewing the video below. The Role Hedland SHS is seeking an experienced, organised and collaborative Independent Learning Teacher (ILT). We provide a comprehensive range of pathways for students to ensure we meet the needs of our diverse school community, with increasing student numbers accessing university pathways. The ILT will work alongside the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) Coordinator to provide an exceptional learning experience for students studying Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General or Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses by SIDE, Gifted and Talented Online and/or online certificate accreditations, with a shared responsibility supervising and supporting students by creating a conducive and motivating learning environment. The ILT will ideally have experience teaching ATAR courses, with Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS), Mathematics or Science ATAR experience desirable, and a strong understanding of Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) requirements. You will provide academic support and tuition within your qualification, contributing to student understanding of their curriculum and assessment requirements, as well as guidance developing strong study habits and time management skills to navigate and excel in senior school. Developed Information and Communications Technology (ICT) skills to support student engagement with online platforms including Moodle, ATOMI and Compass are essential to success in the role. The ILT is responsible for collaborating with the Student Support team to oversee student behaviour, wellbeing, and implement support plans as required for students studying in the SIDE room. The ILT is confident in building high expectation relationships with students, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to ensure highly effective care practices with all stakeholders. The ILT role will have a teaching load that aligns to qualifications and/or the operational needs of the school. Additional responsibilities associated with the role include: Assessment organisation and supervision in collaboration with the SIDE Coordinator School based examination preparation and supervision Academic Progress parent/carer communication and Parent/Teacher event engagement to support SIDE and GT Online Monitoring Webex attendance and engagement Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy: Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year District Allowance of $9 299 a year Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $3 000 see info below 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays) More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation Additional travel concession Air conditioning subsidy Teachers and school administrators employed at Hedland SHS in 2027 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $ 3 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154. Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school. Find out if you are eligible on IKON . *Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial. Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tegan Walker, Deputy Principal on 0460 034 586 or emailing Tegan.Walker@education.wa.edu.au . Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 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 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 two (2) 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 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1072876 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, 23 November 2026

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