This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public-School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour & performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students and staff to achieve success.

The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement.

Find out more about our school by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or viewing the video below.

The Role

At Hedland SHS we have a vibrant Arts Learning Area, with a team who promotes excellence across the Arts. As a recognised Specialist Arts Program (Creative Arts Extension), we have access to exceptional practical facilities including the Matt Dann Cultural Centre (a theatre which seats 300 people) including a foyer area and green room.

Hedland SHS aims to foster student development of arts ideas, skills and processes and creative and critical thinking through providing a range of teaching and learning strategies, and opportunities for personal growth. We provide ongoing pathways that build students’ confidence and management in community events and performances.



Such opportunities allow for students who want to enrich their learning through the Arts at Hedland SHS by participating in the Creative Arts Extension program that includes a school production, music showcases, the annual Visual Arts, Media and Photography Exhibitions and music ensembles.

Hedland SHS is seeking a passionate Performing Arts teacher with knowledge and motivation to teach secondary dance and drama. Experience teaching music within the Western Australian (WA) Curriculum is welcomed.We are looking for applicants who areflexible and driven by collaboration as the role may involve team teaching opportunities with other staff members in the learning area with robust enthusiasm for supporting the 2027 school musical production.

This role may include minor FTE supplementationas per the business needs of the school.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $9 299 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $3 000 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
- Additional travel concession
- Air conditioning subsidy

Teachers and school administrators employed at Hedland SHS in 2027 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of$3 000 (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.

Find out more about the advantages by visiting professional and personalbenefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport [email protected] on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tegan Walker, Deputy Principal, on 0460 034 586 or emailing [email protected].

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:

📌 Teacher - Performing Arts (Town of Port Hedland)
🏢 Central Regional Tafe
📍 Town of Port Hedland