This is a permanent full time position commencing Term 1, 2027. The School Byford Secondary College (SC) is a newer school in Perth's southern suburbs. We have first class facilities to support high-quality teaching and learning programs in our college. Located approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD, our college caters for 1500 students in Years 7 through to 12. We offer a unique setting to many other metropolitan schools, with a blend of urban and rural students; this creates a vibrant mix of students and staff within the college community. At Byford SC, we work together to provide effective learning experiences where we all grow, and students are prepared for a successful life beyond school. Our college’s moral purpose underpins everything we do, and as such, our teaching and allied professionals report a high level of engagement and satisfaction in working at Byford SC. Staff are supported both personally and professionally, with a keen focus on work-life balance. Targeted support is available for staff across all career stages, from graduate mentoring, classroom observations, instructional coaching and aspirant leadership development programs. Our school motto, Aspire to Excellence, clearly articulates our vision of being the secondary school of choice for the local community providing a comprehensive suite of subjects from Year 7 through 12. The College offers an academic extension program known as the 'Aspire' program alongside a state-of-the-art integrated Education support facility for students with additional needs. Both programmes provide students with a fully differentiated, rich, aspirational learning experience. Our ability to meet the needs of each student is also represented by our ongoing commitment to pathway planning and review so that each young person can reach their full potential and achieve their post-school aspirations. Find out more about our school by visiting byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role





The successful applicant for this position should be student and relationship focused, enthusiastic, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. We are ideally seeking a like-minded teacher who has a passion for teaching secondary students and a desire to impart their skills and knowledge across our college. The successful applicant will ideally have a sound understanding of the senior school Year 7-10 Physical Education Studies, Health Studies and/or Outdoor Education curriculum while supporting ongoing professional growth and enhancing student learning outcomes. Experience in coaching or delivering AFL and/or netball programs, and the ability to use these sports to engage, motivate and develop students’ skills, confidence and participation, will be highly valued in supporting our specialised programs. Relevant qualifications and certifications, including a Bus Licence, Community Surf Rescue, Bronze Medallion and First Aid, will be highly valued, along with the ability to differentiate curriculum and implement innovative approaches to improve outcomes for both high- and low-achieving students. The successful applicant should build positive relationships with students and be passionate about creating positive futures for students and utilise evidence-based decision making skills within your practice. Knowledge and the ability to use high-impact learning strategies to successfully engage students will be highly regarded.



The successful applicant should engage in ongoing self-reflection and assess the effectiveness of teaching practice to create an setting conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities, which provide purposeful and relevant learning experiences that cater for different student learning needs.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of advantages including competitive salaries, adaptable working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

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 disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

- Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration .
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a 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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 12 November 2026.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1062903

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.

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📌 Teacher - Health and Physical Education (Byford)
🏢 Department Of Education
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