Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH603816
Appointment Pool
Gwynne Park Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking to establish a pool of Education Support Teachers for appointments to fixed term and permanent, 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.
Suitable applicants will be highly motivated; student and relationship focused and able to provide engaging, relevant and meaningful learning experiences, integrating current digital technologies. Suitable applicants will have expertise in planning and delivering individual student and evidence based programs to ensure Individual Education Plan (IEP) objectives are achieved, as well as advanced skills in developing and implementing effective behaviour support plans and strategies for students with a diverse range of co-morbid disabilities, complex communication needs and challenging behaviours.
Suitable applicants will have the interpersonal team and communication skills to effectively lead a team of Education Assistants working in support roles. Suitable applicants will have capacity to work effectively with students, teachers and the campus and wider community to ensure rigour, resilience and pride, allowing students to achieve to their full potential and flourish.
Parents and families are partners in the educational process at Gwynne Park ESC and the Deputy is in constant liaison with members of the leadership team as well as families to support and promote strong outcomes for individual students. It is desirable for the successful applicant to demonstrate capacity in developing and maintaining partnerships and community links to enhance the school programs and individual student achievement.
Gwynne Park ESC is a 2017 Independant Public School and is located on the same campus at Gwynne Park Primary School in the suburb of Brookdale. It is a purpose-built school with specialist facilities, equipment, sensory and therapy rooms, bike tracks, flying fox and engagement playgrounds. We have a current enrolment of 70 children across Kindergarten – Year 6.
Our school upholds a positive behaviour support approach incorporating Applied Behaviour principles and maintains a focus on purposeful planned intervention to enhance self-regulation, self-management and independence towards successful attainment of skills for life. Our staff develop positive partnerships with colleagues, families and the community and actively contribute towards building and maintaining a productive, inclusive and progressive team learning environment.
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 Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
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 Gwynne Park Education Support Centre can be found by visiting www.gwynneparkesc.org.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Sara Campbell, Principal by telephoning (08) 9497 3122 or emailing Sara.Campbell@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.
Your application should include:
- A 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 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, 8 November 2019
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
