Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

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.

About Us

Warwick Senior High School (SHS) is a comprehensive public high school committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to strive for excellence. We pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, our dedication to student wellbeing, and our focus on providing broad and engaging curriculum offerings and vocational pathways that prepare students for success beyond school.

The school will shortly be commencing its new 2027–2029 Business Plan, reflecting our ongoing commitment to strategic growth and continuous improvement across all areas of school life. Our Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) learning area plays a key role in developing students as informed, engaged and critical thinkers, and we are looking to strengthen our team with a passionate HASS teacher.

Joining Warwick SHS at this time offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future direction of our HASS program while being part of an exciting period of development for the school.

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

The Role

As a valued member of the Warwick SHS community, the successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, conscientious and innovative HASS teacher, committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences for our students.

We are seeking applicants with a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum: Humanities and Social Sciences, including History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship, and Economics and Business across Years 7 to 10. Applicants should also have the knowledge and capacity to contribute to senior secondary HASS courses in Years 11 and 12. The ability to teach Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Modern History and General HASS in Action would be highly advantageous. In this role, you will deliver a teaching and learning program that caters to the diverse needs of Warwick SHS students, ensuring every learner is empowered to realise their potential. Flexibility and a willingness to teach across other curriculum areas, as required, would also be valued.

The ideal applicant should bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, working collaboratively with staff, students and the wider Warwick SHS community. As a reflective practitioner, you should be committed to your ongoing professional growth and will actively embrace opportunities for collaboration within our learning area and across the school. You should play an active role in progressing Warwick SHS's purpose, vision and priorities through all aspects of your professional practice.

The ideal applicant should:

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging HASS programs across Years 7 to 12, aligned with the relevant Western Australian Curriculum and senior secondary requirements.
• Contribute to the delivery of senior secondary HASS courses, including ATAR Modern History and General HASS in Action where applicable.
• Use assessment evidence, feedback and moderation processes to monitor student progress, support consistent teacher judgement and inform teaching and learning.
• Foster students' skills in historical and geographical inquiry, critical analysis and civic understanding through engaging, well-resourced learning experiences.
• Maintain safe, inclusive and well-managed classroom environments that cater to the diverse needs of learners.
• Build positive, professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community.
• Engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional learning to strengthen your professional practice.
• Contribute to the school's priorities and culture, including alignment with the 2027–2029 Business Plan.
• Display flexibility to teach in other curriculum areas where needed.

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 Jane McCaffrey, Associate Principal on (08) 9345 64***or emailing **************@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ***************@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

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’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. 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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1063044

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, 31 August 2026