Teacher - Education Support

Department of Education WA – Halls Head WA We are seeking to establish a pool of Teachers – Education Support for permanent, fixed term, full‑time and part‑time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. At Halls Head College Education Support Centre (CESC), we strongly believe that all students are capable of learning and improving and we seek to support them as they progress through the middle year stages of their learning journey. The school strives for excellence within a highly collaborative and team‑focused culture. The Education Support Centre is situated on the campus of Halls Head College. Our students are drawn from the Mandurah area and surrounding suburbs, as well as from town sites as far north as Golden Bay, south to Waroona and east to Pinjarra. The school enrols students from Years 7 to 10, with intellectual disabilities, Autism and other high level support needs. The Role Suitable applicants should create a classroom environment that is caring, differentiated and responsive to the needs of each individual student. You will ideally be a reflective teacher with a commitment to continual professional growth to improve your practice and ideally possess a willingness to embrace engaging digital learning approaches and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to work effectively with our diverse range of students. Building productive relationships and communicating positively with students, parents and the whole community is essential. Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills that enhance effective learning are highly desirable, as well as the initiative and motivation to improve student outcomes. Applicants with knowledge and experience in working with students with autism and mild intellectual disabilities to those with moderate/severe and complex high needs are encouraged to apply. Experience delivering Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN) is highly desirable. We pride ourselves in being a sustainable school and would welcome an applicant with experience or a commitment to embrace further knowledge and skills development in this area. 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 personalbenefits. 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. To work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. apply for a WA Working with Children Check 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. Your application should include: A statement of up to four (4) 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 four (4) 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 41*** for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr