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Staff at Helena College are experienced, highly skilled professionals who are committed to nurturing and challenging our students. Teachers are assisted by a range of accomplished support staff who work collaboratively to ensure that the College culture and environment is operating at its best in every way.

Why work at Helena College?

Helena College is a non-religious, independent, co-educational school, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in the Perth Hills, 30kms from Perth City.

Across two campuses in Darlington and Glen Forrest, we provide a balanced education, developing the whole child through both inquiry-led and explicit teaching and learning programs as we help prepare students for life beyond Helena College.

Working at Helena College, means you become part of a collaborative community with a commitment to core values and close working relationships between students, staff and families. We also have a demonstrated commitment to teacher and staff professional development, which we regard as central to the practice of lifelong learning.

We believe educating students extends beyond the classroom. We provide a holistic learning program which includes Outdoor Education, camps, sports, arts, clubs and community projects, for students to develop the key cognitive, social and emotional skills they need to flourish and be active members of our broader community.
— Peter Coombs, Principal

Current Opportunities

Physical Education & Health Teacher (Fixed Term - Full-time)

Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced PEH educator, we invite you to bring your passion and expertise to Helena College. This is a fixed term contract to cover staff leave over Term 2 and 3, you can commence as early as the middle of Term 2 or at the commencement of Term 3.  Further information can be found here. Applications Close 30 May 2025.


Administration Officer - Junior School (Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm)

For a fixed term contract, Term 3 and 4 2025 (Semester Two 2025)

This position plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming and efficient environment for students, staff, and families. The role encompasses reception duties, student first aid and medical administration, and general administrative support for teaching and leadership staff.

Further information can be found here. Applications Close 30 May 2025.


Part-time Education Assistant (4 days / 0.80 FTE) - Learning Support (Years 6 - 12)

Working closely with the Learning Support Specialist at the Glen Forrest Campus, you will provide timely documentation, observations, and feedback related to student progress and the effectiveness of learning programs. 

Further information can be found here. Applications Close 30 May 2025.


Mathematics Teacher - Permanent Part-time (0.80 FTE Approximately)

Commencing mid Term 2 if possible or beginning Term 3 2025. Further information can be found here. Applications Close 30 May 2025.


How to Apply

Applications should include a brief cover letter and curriculum vitae of no more than four (4) pages:  

  • Full name, address and contact details
  • Details of academic qualifications or experience
  • Career history including past and current roles
  • Contact details for three referees 
  • Any other additional relevant information 

All new employees will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications, as well as current Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check.  Applications are to be addressed to Helena College Principal, Peter Coombs and emailed to employment@helena.wa.edu.au. 

Helena College reserves the right to appoint applicants at anytime during the recruitment process.

Other Opportunities (Relief Pool)

Applications to join our Relief Teacher and Relief Education Assistant pool for 2025 are welcome. All new employees will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications, as well as current Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check. Applications are to be addressed to Helena College Principal, Peter Coombs and emailed to employment@helena.wa.edu.au.

Helena College Council

The role of the College Council is to provide overall governance of the school which includes setting the strategic direction, providing oversight of plans and budgets established by the school management, and monitoring the performance of the school against its Strategic Plan. The College Council is inviting expressions of interest for new Council members. Find out more.

Additional Information

Helena College has a Child Safety Program which is made up of rigorous work systems, practices, policies and procedures designed to maintain a child-safe environment within the College community. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse. All candidates for roles at Helena College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process. All employees (teaching and non-teaching) are required to participate in annual training in this regard.