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Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH644827
Appointment Pool
We are seeking to establish a pool for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2021 school year until the end of Term 1 2022. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within this period.
Applicants are requested to indicate in their application their preferred work fraction (0.1 – 1.0 FTE).
Applicants are encouraged to read our 2018-2021 Business Plan, which can be found on our website to determine how their skills and knowledge will support our vision and whole school priorities prior to starting their application.
We are looking for experienced, highly-skilled educators committed to maximising their impact on student learning who actively engage in self-reflection. You have high expectations, high standards and truly believe that all children can learn and be successful, and pursue excellence in your teaching. We expect that applicants are willing to engage in collaboration and commit to our phases of learning communities.
It is desirable for suitable applicants to possess experience in EAL/D, Talk 4 Writing, I Get It, I Tell It, Sound Waves, STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths), iMaths, Classroom Management Strategies, Instructional Strategies for Engagement and Digital Technologies/ ICT would be an advantage. You are experienced in explicit teaching strategies and your classroom reflects the importance you place on providing scaffolds for students. The learning environment you create is engaging, challenging, and caring, and caters for the range of students’ needs.
Suitable applicants will be team players and fully commit to whole school approaches and activities even if they do not match your preferred approach. We value quality learning programs and engage in analysis of student data to determine priorities and areas for focus. You continually monitor the impact of your teaching on student learning and willingly try new, innovative ways to engage and motivate students. You are proactive and prepared to put in the hard work needed to make a difference. Experience with being involved in extra-curricular activities to enhance learning opportunities for students is highly desirable.
We are seeking teachers who are interested in leadership roles and responsibilities beyond their own classroom. You will get both the support and opportunity to develop your leadership skills as a valued member of our staff. You are committed to building your professional capacity through continuous learning. You welcome peers and leaders into your classroom as you readily seek and act on feedback provided through observations. You lead by example, constantly challenging yourself and colleagues. You are willing and prepared to attend after-school meetings for planning and professional learning.
Of utmost importance are the personal qualities you bring to the role. You value developing relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community. You have a positive, caring attitude and the ability to anticipate and adapt to change; showing initiative, flexibility and creative problem solving to produce the best opportunities for students.
Lake Monger PS is an inner city school and has a strong emphasis on values within an educational environment of curriculum excellence. Lake Monger PS seeks to provide a safe and supportive environment in which our students can develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve their individual potential and be able to contribute positively to society. We aim to develop tolerant, resilient, self-disciplined, achieving students who are considerate of others.
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.
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 Lake Monger Primary School can be found by visiting www.lakemongerps.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
Please contact Diane Tomlinson, Principal, by telephoning (08) 92055400 or emailing Diane.Tomlinson@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 three (3) 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 five (5) 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.
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 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 Monday, 21 September 2020.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.