Teach in Western Australia! - Mathematics Teachers
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Western Australian Department of Education – International Recruitment
Perth, Western Australia
- New
- Salary:
- Up to 113,568 AUD pa with additional incentives and allowances of up to $35,000 AUD depending on location
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 2025
- Apply by:
- 13 September 2024
Job overview
Role: Mathematics Teachers
Western Australia is looking for skilled and enthusiastic teachers like you. If you are a British or Irish teacher, looking for your next adventure or hoping for a better work/life balance then teaching in Western Australia is for you.
Our International Teachers Pool gives you the opportunity to explore teaching in our incredible state. Western Australia (WA) is a large and diverse state with landscapes ranging from white sandy beaches, vineyards and ancient forests in the south, tropical climates and spectacular rock formations in the north and the arid red dirt of the famous Australian outback. The variety of landscapes makes it the ideal location to explore and experience the relaxed outdoor Australian lifestyle – there truly is a place to suit everyone.
Why you should teach in WA:
- Earn up $113,568 AUD pa with additional incentives and allowances of up to $35,000 (depending on location)
- Fully funded airfares and relocation
- Subsidised housing in most areas
- Visa support for yourself, your partner and any dependants
- Opportunity to progress to permanent residency (where eligible)
- Welcoming and diverse communities
- A landscape and experience like no other
- An experienced team to help you every step of the way
Your skills and qualifications:
- You have a teaching qualification from the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Canada or South Africa
- You are able to meet Department of Education English proficiency requirements
- You have 2 years of full-time teaching experience (or equivalent) gained over the past 5 years post qualification
- You are committed to cultural responsiveness
- You are dynamic and ready for the opportunity of a lifetime
Visa application process and timelines:
We will sponsor successful applicants for a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which also covers a partner and dependants. This process will begin once you have you have been appointed to a position in one of our schools. Our International Recruitment team will assist you through the entire application process.
Any extra requirements for visa:
Requirements include:
- Be able to demonstrate the required level of English proficiency
- Hold a recognised teaching qualification, which may include an undergraduate Bachelor of Education, or a post-graduate teaching qualification such as a PGCE or M.Ed
- 2 years of full-time teaching (or equivalent) in a school within the previous 5 years
Link to apply: Submit - Form - Department of Education, or Overseas qualified teachers - Department of Education, or Teach in WA - Department of Education
To find out more about what teaching in WA is like, visit: Teach in WA - Rose's story - YouTube, Teach in Western Australia - Zach's teaching story - YouTube or Teach in regional WA - Sean's journey - YouTube
About Western Australian Department of Education – International Recruitment
- Western Australian Department of Education – International Recruitment
- 151 Royal Street, East Perth
- Western Australia
- 6004
- Australia
About Western Australia
Western Australia (WA) is a large and diverse state with landscapes ranging from white sandy and ancient Karri forests in the south to and the warm tropics and spectacular rock formations in the north as well as the arid red dirt of the outback. The variety of landscapes makes it the ideal location to explore and experience the relaxed outdoor Australian lifestyle – there truly is a place to suit everyone. WA offers a comfortable lifestyle and great weather as well as world-renowned natural attractions, a progressive culinary scene and a vibrant cultural heritage. The capital city, Perth is a multicultural city with a population over 2.1 million.
About the WA Department of Education
The Western Australian Department of Education is the largest public sector employer in WA, with more than 41,500 full time staff, 94.5% of which are based in the 800+ public schools we have spread across our great state. The WA Education department is focused on delivering world class, inspiring and culturally responsive education to the 320,000 students in Western Australian public schools.
Our purpose is clear: every student, every classroom, every day.
For more information please follow the following links:
Overseas qualified teachers - Department of Education
Teaching in WA
With over 800 public schools across our state, Western Australia offer endless opportunities for teachers. WA’s world class public education system provides a safe and secure environment for people of all ages and lifestyles and delivers high quality education to all students in all learning environments. The Western Australian public school system is a major contributor to the state’s prosperity and growth and our schools use a range of strategies to successfully engage students, their families, and their communities. We have diverse schooling options with tailored programs to meet the specific needs and interests of students with the right supports they need to progress and achieve.
Public schools in WA work to celebrate the cultural diversity of our students and their communities, continuing to nurture and develop culturally responsive schools is an important component of WA public education. The Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework guides staff to incorporate culturally responsive practices and approaches when working with Aboriginal students, their families, and communities.
Teaching in regional WA is a great way to experience Western Australian culture and sense of community. Staff often socialise and adventure together, forming lifelong friendships and we encourage taking part in local activities, sports associations, or service organisations. Getting to know your community creates a strong feeling of belonging, especially in smaller towns.
Teach in WA - Department of Education
Benefits of working in regional WA
Located across eight education regions, our public schools offer endless opportunities to live and teach in Western Australia. Teachers in our public schools have access to a range of career opportunities and support, to grow and develop their skills as educational professionals in the classroom
The Western Australian Department of Education is currently offering skilled teachers from the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Canada, and New Zealand the opportunity to come and teach in WA. To assist we will provide:
- Western Australian Teachers are amongst the highest paid in the country with international teachers being able to start on up to $113,568 pa
- Additional financial incentives of up to $13,730 pa
- Subsidised housing and furniture available in many locations
- Fully funded relocation; including airfares and shipping of personal belongings
- Fully funded accommodation for up to 8 weeks
- Support and guidance with visa applications for applicants and their dependants
- Comprehensive induction
- Opportunity to progress to permanent residency
- 12 weeks paid vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of additional leave, including sick leave and carer’s leave
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Options for achieving permanency
- Salary packaging options
- Corporate health insurance discounts
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