Your First Job

Your First Job is a set of learning modules about employment.  It is a program for year 10, 11 and 12 students.

For a guide to using the program and the links between Your First Job and the curriculum framework please click on the links below.

• Guide to using Your First Job

• Links between Your First Job and the curriculum framework

It is important to understand that there are two different industrial relations systems operating in Western Australia, the State and the federal systems. The information in this program mostly relates to the State system. The information may vary if an employee is covered by the federal system. To find out which system applies to you, call Wageline on 1300 655 266.

The modules below are designed for teacher use.  Future resources will be added and will include learning outcomes, summary sheets, tests and marking resources. 

• Introduction for teachers:  Australia’s Industrial Relations System

• Module 1: Getting a job

• Module 2: Getting started in the job

• Module 3: Issues and problems in the workplace

• Module 4: Terminating employment

Disclaimer:  The Department of Consumer and Employment Protection (DOCEP) has prepared these resources to provide advice and assistance to teachers and students.  It is provided as a general guide only and is not designed to be comprehensive nor to give legal advice.  Readers should not rely on the contents of the information without first obtaining legal advice.  DOCEP does not accept any liability for any claim which may arise from any person acting on, or not acting on, this information.