Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH433440
This is a ten (10) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2016 with possible extension and/or permanency
Are you ready to put your communication skills to the test and take on new challenges?
School of Special Educational Needs: Medical and Mental Health (SSEN:MMH) is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their team as Visiting Teacher in the West Kimberley region.
The successful applicant will be required to travel cross-site to schools, other agencies, hospitals and student homes throughout the West Kimberley region and it is therefore desirable for applicants to possess a motor vehicle driver’s license.
Our teachers work within interdisciplinary teams to support the educational, medical and psychosocial needs of students and serve as a link between Health and Education. SSEN:MMH is responsive to diverse needs within a holistic framework of family, students' own schools (both government and non-government), community support systems and the health community.
The main objectives of the role are to improve communication and collaboration between Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and schools in the West Kimberley, enhance educational outcomes for students with mental health issues, and improve liaison between CAMHS clinicians, schools and regional staff.
The successful applicant will be based in the Broome Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and will be responsible for providing information to clinicians on educational matters as well as providing information to schools on services offered by SSEN:MMH. In this role you would also be responsible for facilitating educational support for referred students with medical issues when they are in regional hospitals or at home sick for more than ten days. In addition you would need to demonstrate tact and diplomacy, effective negotiation skills and empathy. Working collectively with others and being open to their opinions and perspectives is essential to ensuring that as a team we deliver services that meet client needs.
Our mission is to provide quality educational services to students whose physical or mental health presents difficulties in accessing their usual educational program and to facilitate students’ entry or return to a program that best meets their ongoing needs.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers):
- Professional knowledge;
- Professional practice; and
- Professional engagement.
Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Switch program can apply for vacancies using their current or switched qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to this vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Switch program.
Further information about School of Special Educational Needs: Medical and Mental can be found by visiting www.ssen.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
For further job related information:
Please contact Julie Clarke, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 9340 8529 or emailing Julie.Clarke@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
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ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Be eligible for, or registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or www.trb.wa.gov.au
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement; and
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 25 February 2016
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.