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.

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 publicschool 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 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 workplace where students are challenged, engaged, and supported with their learning. With a focus on explicit teaching, teachers provide transparent, 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. These approaches reinforce our core values of Responsibility, Respect and Inclusivity, creating a culture where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

Find out more about our school by visiting karrathashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online and more about Karratha by viewing the video below.

The Role

At Karratha SHS, Arts Teachers build positive relationships with students and work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance student achievement.

The ideal applicant will be motivated, possess the ability to teach secondary Arts from years 7 to 12 and will be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. This position will have a focus on teaching Performing Arts including Music and Drama. Having the ability to teach both disciplines is desirable.

As an Arts Teacher, you will deliver a differentiated curriculum which meets the needs of all students and have an expectation that all students can reach their potential. We are looking for a teacher who aspires for academic excellence and is committed to high-quality teaching and learning. Our teaching practices align with the Whole School Instructional Model, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all learning areas.

You will ideally possess strong communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s moral purpose, values and priorities across the whole school community.

Karratha SHS Arts department has great facilities and resources and puts an effort into extracurricular art events and activities, such as arts showcase, school production, festivals, competitions and art club.

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