Teacher - Home Economics

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025 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 Ballajura Community College (CC) is an Independent Public School, offering a diverse range of educational programs and opportunities. The College's purpose is to provide a positive, caring and supportive environment that promotes lifelong learning and the College's values through the pursuit of personal excellence. Our greatest strength is the quality of our staff. We empower our staff, encourage and reward creativity and value individual and collective experience. Our staff make unique contributions to the College community, and we constantly seek ways to improve our successes. The Role Are you a motivated and enthusiastic education professional? Ballajura CC is seeking a talented, hardworking, dedicated and enthusiastic Home Economics (Hospitality and Living) Teacher. Ideally, the successful applicant will have a proven ability to provide high quality learning experiences for all students and be willing to join our team of like-minded professionals. As the successful applicant, you should be highly motivated; student and relationship focused and able to provide engaging, relevant and meaningful learning experiences. You will ideally utilise innovative initiatives and be able to work effectively within a dynamic team. This may involve you reflecting and assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice and cultivating a safe learning environment. You would also utilise evidence-based teaching practices whilst employing a range of assessment and reporting methods. With effective interpersonal skills, you will ideally work closely with students, teachers and the community to instil rigour, resilience and pride, allowing students to achieve to their full potential. The successful applicant would be provided the opportunity to work in our Design and Technologies (Hospitality and Living) Team across Years 7 to 12. You would show an ability to cater for a diverse range of student learning needs. A proven ability to successfully teach year 11 and 12 courses is highly desirable. Ballajura CC offers Vocational Education Training (VET) industry specific courses and any certificate qualifications and industry experience, in relation to the Hospitality and Living area, would also be advantageous. We are looking for committed teachers who know they can make a difference and will support the College’s vision and future direction. 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 Barry Smith, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9262 77or by emailing education.wa.edu.au 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. Eligibility To work with us, you must: 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 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): Professional Knowledge Professional Engagement Step 3: Submit Your Application Online Click ‘Apply for Job’ Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager 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 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH994458 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 Thursday, 18 September 2025

Location: Midland, Western Australia, AU

Posted Date: 9/16/2025