Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SP500486
PLEASE BE AWARE THERE HAS BEEN AN AMNDEMENT MADE TO THE ELIGIBILITY ON THE 26 SEPTEMBER 2017
This is a permanent part-time (0.18FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2018
Falls Road Primary School is seeking a collaborative, flexible and driven School Psychologist to join their team.
The successful applicant will work in tandem with the Deputy Principal and the Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) in managing the needs of SAER and students with a disability. This includes observation in situ, assessing student needs, development of appropriate learning strategies, involvement in Case Conferences and assisting staff in developing IEPs, GEPs and IBPs to support student achievement.
Falls Road Primary (IPS) is in its seventh year as an Independent Public School. We have an excellent partnership with our parents and community who support the school with a wide range of activities. We have a blend of youthful and experienced staff who are committed and dedicated to assisting students to achieve their best across a broad curriculum.
The successful applicant will possess strong, effective interpersonal skills and the ability to present Professional Learning to staff as required.
At Falls Road Primary (IPS) we are committed to providing a caring, flexible and inclusive education for our students. We focus on developing the skills and values necessary to allow students to achieve their educational and social potential in an ever-changing world. Teachers support the achievement of this through the use of a cooperative learning approach across all year levels
Falls Road Primary is committed to developing student’s digital Technology Skills. We support the delivery of appropriately aligned programs, consistently focus on visible learning and have a transparent and effective communication process with parents.
We use technology to motivate, stimulate and complement student learning styles. You will be part of a highly motivated, collaborative team of administrators, teachers, support staff and parents, committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for students and who take great pride in their school’s excellent achievements.
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 the following work related requirements:
- Ability to implement school psychology services and programs in an educational environment to maximise student learning outcomes;
- Knowledge of the implementation and evaluation of a variety of psychological approaches appropriate for individual, group and system-level intervention;
- High level written and oral communication skills, demonstrating the capacity to produce correspondence, reports and case notes, and interview and training (facilitation) skills;
- Interpersonal skills, which demonstrate an ability to function in a self-directed way, and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with a range of clients across the lifespan, Departmental personnel and interagency partners across a variety of contexts;
- Ability to apply analytical and conceptual skills to issues identification, risk assessment and analysis, intervention and evaluation.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. 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.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Falls Road Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact David Ingle, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9291 8200 or emailing david.ingle@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.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement ofemployment; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles provisional or generalregistration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA); and
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching (minimum one year); or
- have undertaken a minimum placement of 40 days in the school education sector as part ofhigher degree studies in psychology;
or
- hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles general registration with thePsychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have worked a minimum of three years full-time (orequivalent part-time) as a school psychologist (or equivalent position).
Information about registration with the Psychology Board of Australia can be obtained by calling 1300 419 495 or by visiting www.psychologyboard.gov.au. Please see the Department’s Careers website for the support provided to graduate school psychologists undertaking provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six monthsof appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 6 October 2017
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.