Teacher - Science
Karratha Senior High School · Karratha, WA
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
The ideal commence date will be Week 7 Term 2, however this is negotiable. We encourage all applicants available now and from Term 3 to apply.
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
At Karratha Senior High School (SHS) we empower every student to embrace opportunities, build resilience, and contribute positively to society.
Karratha SHS is an independent public school for students from Years 7 to 12. We pride ourselves on delivering quality education to a diverse population of approximately 1270 students who live in Karratha and surrounding towns. Our well-maintained facilities create an inviting and inclusive environment for all students. Our diverse team of educators, range from enthusiastic graduates to Level 3 classroom teachers and Senior teachers. The school has developed a strong local reputation for over 50 years for producing responsible, engaged, compassionate young people who graduate to become contributing members of our society.
Karratha SHS offers excellent programs for students to pursue music, drama, art, sport and outdoor education. Our state-of-the-art Technologies building provides excellent facilities for students to learn valuable skills for careers in trades industries. Our Health and Physical Education (HPE) department is located in the Karratha Leisureplex and our students benefit from a co-location arrangement with the City of Karratha.
Our school has 4 priority areas which drive our day-to-day operations:
- Conditions for learning: Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment to support students’ learning, wellbeing and engagement
- Curriculum and teaching: Support high quality teaching and learning in all classrooms
- Build staff capability: Identify, develop and support our workforce through consistent, high-quality leadership
- Strong community partnerships and relationships: Enhance engagement practices with parents, families, community stakeholders and external agencies
We are committed to teaching and learning excellence in every classroom. Our whole-school instructional model ensures consistent, high-quality teaching that supports all students to achieve success and pursue their aspirations. We aim to create an environment where students are challenged, engaged, and supported with their learning. With a focus on explicit teaching, teachers provide clear, consistent and purposeful lessons across all year levels to reduce variability and ensure every student experiences high quality instruction in every classroom. Formal and informal instructional coaching and support is provided to all teachers.
Underpinning our teaching is a strong focus on trauma informed practice and the use of Positive Behaviour strategies to ensure all students are well supported.
Find out more about our school by visiting karrathashs.wa.edu.au and more about Karratha by viewing the video below.
The Role
The successful applicant should display strong professional knowledge, effective teaching practices, and relevant experience to deliver an engaging and meaningful secondary school Science curriculum. Teaching practices must align with the Whole School Instructional Model, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all learning areas.
Our ideal applicant will be dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment, offering meaningful learning opportunities that empower students to reach their full potential. Knowledge of a Positive Behaviour Support whole-school framework is desired.
Strong interpersonal skills are highly regarded, as the role involves close collaboration with students, staff, and the wider school community. The successful applicant should display a commitment to professional growth by challenging traditional methods, embracing innovation, and reflecting on their practice to improve outcomes.
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:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
- District allowance of $9 449 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4 000 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
- Travel concessions