Teacher - Music Branch: Derby District High School Division: Kimberley Education Region Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023) Work Type: Permanent - Full Time FTE: Location: Derby Closing Date: 2025-09-08 4:30 PM Attachments: -
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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
Derby District High School (DHS) is a dynamic school with a highly motivated, supportive and collaborative staff of over 100 people. With the school motto 'Diligence, Courage and Strength', students work towards high standards of academic and social achievement through participation and engagement in the school's inclusive, safe and stimulating learning environments. The young and vibrant staff brings energy and enthusiasm to classrooms and promotes community responsiveness, ensuring the interests of the students can be addressed in the teaching and learning programs.
The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in Education, particularly in Aboriginal Education. There is an active and strong social club to ensure that staff are well supported both in and out of school.
Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. The town is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and a number of rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming!
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
Derby DHS is seeking to appoint an energetic and motivated individual to fill the role of Primary/Secondary Music Teacher and join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will ideally display their proven impact on student success through tailored curriculum delivery addressing students’ needs and student engagement. We are seeking a highly skilled teacher who builds excellent relationships with students and has the ability to recognise the current musical direction their students wish to pursue. Having a willingness to use local music from the Kimberley to develop their students’ music and performance skills is highly desirable. The successful applicant will ideally possess sound planning and lesson delivery and provide a positive learning environment where students are inspired and motivated to learn.
The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated, and skilled educator, who is committed to improving outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole school approaches, explicit teaching and instructional strategies.
It is essential that you are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community. The successful applicant should possess a strong capacity to plan engaging programs using their knowledge of student needs and the West Australian Curriculum. An ability to continue the schools’ current musical programs such as Contemporary Primary Choir, Contemporary Primary band, and multiple original High School bands is highly desirable.
We are seeking an innovative individual who possesses high quality teaching skills and musical experience. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be a collegial, effective collaborator.
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:
1. Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 per year
2. District allowance of $7 436 a year
3. Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5 000 see info below.
4. 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
5. 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
6. More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
7. Subsidised accommodation where applicable
8. Free relocation
9. Air-conditioning subsidy
10. Travel Concessions
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –
Teachers and school administrators employed at Derby District High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary of $5 000 (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 benefits by visiting .
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible .
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
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 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
11. hold an eligible .
12. 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 .
13. apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
14. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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:
15. Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
16. 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
17. Professional Knowledge
18. Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
19. Click ‘Apply for Job’
20. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
21. 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 or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH990393
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 Monday, 8 September 2025
Position Title Teacher - Music Agency Department of Education Salary Location Derby Unit/Division Kimberley Education Region Branch Derby District High School Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. 00002462 Closing Date Position Title Teacher - Music Branch Derby District High School Location Derby Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. 00002462 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description
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
Derby District High School (DHS) is a dynamic school with a highly motivated, supportive and collaborative staff of over 100 people. With the school motto 'Diligence, Courage and Strength', students work towards high standards of academic and social achievement through participation and engagement in the school's inclusive, safe and stimulating learning environments. The young and vibrant staff brings energy and enthusiasm to classrooms and promotes community responsiveness, ensuring the interests of the students can be addressed in the teaching and learning programs.
The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in Education, particularly in Aboriginal Education. There is an active and strong social club to ensure that staff are well supported both in and out of school.
Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. The town is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and a number of rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming!
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
Derby DHS is seeking to appoint an energetic and motivated individual to fill the role of Primary/Secondary Music Teacher and join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will ideally display their proven impact on student success through tailored curriculum delivery addressing students’ needs and student engagement. We are seeking a highly skilled teacher who builds excellent relationships with students and has the ability to recognise the current musical direction their students wish to pursue. Having a willingness to use local music from the Kimberley to develop their students’ music and performance skills is highly desirable. The successful applicant will ideally possess sound planning and lesson delivery and provide a positive learning environment where students are inspired and motivated to learn.
The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated, and skilled educator, who is committed to improving outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole school approaches, explicit teaching and instructional strategies.
It is essential that you are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community. The successful applicant should possess a strong capacity to plan engaging programs using their knowledge of student needs and the West Australian Curriculum. An ability to continue the schools’ current musical programs such as Contemporary Primary Choir, Contemporary Primary band, and multiple original High School bands is highly desirable.
We are seeking an innovative individual who possesses high quality teaching skills and musical experience. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be a collegial, effective collaborator.
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:
22. Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 per year
23. District allowance of $7 436 a year
24. Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5 000 see info below.
25. 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
26. 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
27. More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
28. Subsidised accommodation where applicable
29. Free relocation
30. Air-conditioning subsidy
31. Travel Concessions
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –
Teachers and school administrators employed at Derby District High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary of $5 000 (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 benefits by visiting .
Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible .
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
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 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
32. hold an eligible .
33. 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 .
34. apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
35. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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:
36. Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
37. 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
38. Professional Knowledge
39. Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
40. Click ‘Apply for Job’
41. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
42. 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 or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH990393
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 Monday, 8 September 2025
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