Teacher - Students At Educational Risk

Girrawheen Senior High School · Girrawheen, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

17 September 2026

7 days left

Posted 9 Sep 2026

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About Girrawheen Senior High School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

55.8

37.3 teaching · 18.5 non-teaching

Students per teacher

12.3:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

458

Indigenous students

16%

Language other than English

43%

Girls vs boys

205 girls · 253 boys

45%
55%

Socio-educational background

Below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


 

We are seeking to establish a pool of Students at Educational Risk Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS), we believe strong relationships, high expectations and quality teaching are fundamental to improving student outcomes. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant and lasting difference in the lives of young people by helping them build the skills, confidence and motivation needed to thrive throughout their secondary education and beyond.

Find out more about our school by visiting girrawheenshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Girrawheen SHS is seeking passionate and dedicated teachers to join our team in a Year 7 Generalist Teacher role supporting students at educational risk. This is a rewarding opportunity for an educator who is committed to improving outcomes for students who require additional academic, social and emotional support to successfully transition to secondary school.

The suitable applicants would teach Year 7 students across English, Mathematics, Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS), and Science. These students are typically working below year-level expectations and require highly effective teaching practices, targeted intervention, and a strong focus on relationship building to support engagement, attendance and achievement.

Applicants with a primary teaching background are strongly encouraged to apply…

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