This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, **** with possible extension and/or permanency 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 **** 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.
Priority Areas
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
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally be able to teach Design and Technology (Materials and Technology) and have the ability to develop and deliver courses in Woodwork and Metalwork.
We are looking for someone with sound interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to work cooperatively in the Technologies Learning Area team.
Sound classroom management, the ability to develop rapport and motivate students, differentiating curriculum to cater for individual student needs, and practising a range of teaching strategies are strong focus areas for this position.
We highly value applicants who are dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment, offering meaningful learning opportunities that empower students to reach their full potential, work effectively independently, as well as in a team and support the initiatives and programs in Design and Technology within Karratha SHS.
Strong interpersonal skills are highly regarded, as the role involves close collaboration with students, staff, and the wider school community.
Suitable applicants should demonstrate a commitment to professional growth by embracing innovation and self-reflecting on their practice to improve outcomes.
We have a well-resourced department with 7 streams for students from 9 to 12, including Food, Textiles, Digital Technologies, Marine and Maritime, Mechatronics, Woodwork and Metalwork.
We also hold a strong focus on digital design throughout all subject streams, utilising Fusion 360 and Canva.
Experience teaching workshop classes including Woodwork and Metalwork from Years 7-12 is highly desirable.
Professional Benefits
Country Teaching Program Allowance of $***** a year
District Allowance of $***** a year
Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $***** 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 Teachers and School Administrators employed at Karratha Senior High School in **** are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $***** (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure).
Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year.
Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal perks.
Eligibility
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.
apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start;
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.
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 ********* for more details.
Contact
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Gemma Garbutt, Deputy Principal on ************** or by emailing ****** .
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 11 November ****
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH*******
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 - Design And Technology (Karratha)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Karratha