Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH435788
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2016
Are you passionate about shaping the minds of the next generation?
Canning Vale Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Music Teacher.
The successful applicant will be relationship focused and have great interpersonal skills while able to work collaboratively in a team environment. We are seeking a teacher who is creative, adaptable and who has excellent behaviour management strategies. You will also have a willingness to engage in whole school planning and events.
The successful applicant will be committed to putting students first in their decision-making and undertaking the hard work that is inherent in delivering a motivating and quality educational program. Teachers will lead by example, constantly challenging themselves and colleagues, to effectively contribute to our dynamic professional learning community.
Canning Vale PS shares the campus with an Education Support Centre and as such students from the Centre integrate into classrooms when appropriate. A background of teaching students with disabilities would be highly desirable. The campus is also multicultural; many children arrive with limited English. It would be advantageous to have worked effectively in such an environment. The successful applicant will promote the school’s vision and model the core values of Pride, Excellence and Respect.
Canning Vale PS is an attractive school that celebrated its 20th birthday in 2014. It has a very welcoming atmosphere with courtesy and mutual respect demonstrated by students and staff. The campus is bright and well planned with attractive art work and outdoor games that permanently enliven the environment. The school’s sense of tradition is embedded in a strong community culture and its values of pride, excellence and respect are clearly articulated by all members including students, staff and parents.
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.
Further information about Canning Vale Primary School can be found by visiting www.canningvaleps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Phillippa Berkhout, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9455 4788 or emailing Phillippa.Berkhout@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.
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If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
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:
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 27 May 2016
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.