Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH598689
Appointment Pool
We are establishing a pool for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2020 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2020 school year.
Our teachers have a passion for teaching and are exceptional practitioners. Success in our school means being a highly effective teacher with excellent interpersonal skills.
As a teacher at our school, you will:
- have a demonstrated passion for explicit teaching;
- be extremely well organised,
- be fully committed to student achievement with a willingness to inspire learning in others.
- create a safe supportive environment in which to engage and motivate our students to achieve their academic, social and emotional potential.
- use evidence based, innovative teaching practices and be able to cater for individual student needs.
Personal growth is a critical element for professional success in our culture. Successful applicants will be committed to ongoing professional development and will grow within the context of our school priorities and the direction of our school business plan.
Why you should apply to work with us
At Leinster Community school we:
- are committed to providing quality education in an inclusive, caring and supportive learning environment.
- have a positive and dedicated staff who work together cohesively across the school who are committed to the education of our students
- provide a diversity of programs and opportunities for all children within a unique physical environment.
- have a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and on developing students' skills in Literacy and Numeracy using current technologies such as iPads and Interactive Whiteboards.
- Utilise programs such as Talk 4 Writing, Cars and Stars, Soundwaves, Origo Maths and Kagan Cooperative Learning
Our school is located in the Goldfields Education Region, approximately 370 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie. Leinster Community School is an Independent Public School which caters for Kindergarten to Year 6.
Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.
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.
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 Leinster Community School can be found by visiting www.leinstercs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service.
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Nicole Onwuegbule, Deputy Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Leinster, by telephoning (08) 9037 9086 or emailing nicole.onwuegbule@education.wa.edu.au.
For queries during the school holidays please phone Gary Stenhouse, Principal, on 0428 889 801
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.
Your application should include:
- A three-four (3-4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
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:
- 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 Friday, 11 October 2019.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.