This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 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

Baldivis Secondary College is a vibrant and thriving learning community nestled just 46 kilometers south of Perth. Our mission is to provide an exceptional school experience for every student, fostering learning, wellbeing, and personal growth. We are dedicated to equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of life.

At the heart of our vision lies the student. We aspire for each and every student to excel, grow, and take ownership of their education and wellbeing. Our dedicated educators play a central role in creating the perfect environment for student success, and their values and beliefs form the bedrock of our excellent teaching practices.

In partnership with parents and the broader community, we empower our students to hey become active contributors to our school community, embracing challenges, seizing opportunities, and ultimately shaping the world around them.

Our college pillars of respect, excellence, knowledge, integrity, and unity provide a solid foundation for social responsibility and a sense of belonging, fostered through collaboration between students, families, the college, and the wider community.

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

The Role

The Career Practitioner would work collaboratively with school leadership and staff to embed career development and career learning across the college. They should develop and facilitate engaging career education programs, support pathway planning from Years 7 to 12, and provide students with accurate, current and unbiased information about career pathways, further education, training and employment opportunities. The Career Practitioner will oversee the effective delivery of the college Future Ready Program for Years 7 to 12, and facilitate connections between this program and curriculum teams to embed career readiness and tertiary preparation across learning areas





A key focus of the role will be building strong connections with industry, employers and community partners to create meaningful career and workplace experiences for students. The Career Practitioner should also support students, parents and carers through pathway conversations, workshops and portfolio development, ensuring they have the knowledge and information needed to make informed decisions about their future.

We are seeking a passionate and student-focused educator who is innovative, forward-thinking and committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. The successful applicant would display strong interpersonal and communication skills, empathy and care, initiative and self-management, and the confidence to work effectively with students, staff, families, leaders and industry partners. A commitment to ongoing learning, professional growth and building the career development capability of others is highly valued.

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 Lee Jarvinen, Deputy Principal on (08) 9523 36***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):
- Qualified 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/TCH1062742

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

📌 Teacher - Career Practitioner (Perth)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 Perth