Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH655599
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2021 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
West Beechboro Primary School (PS) are seeking an outstanding, upper primary (years 5-6) Teacher to join their team.
Ideally, the successful applicant would possess the experience in explicit instruction of English and Mathematics, along with exemplary interpersonal, communication and leadership skills to help maintain and build on our school culture which underpins professional and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community.
The successful applicant will be a positive professional who is able to work effectively with upper primary students and be prepared to attend camps, sporting events and extra curricula activities designed to meet the needs of students entering early adolescence. We are seeking a teacher who can work cooperatively with colleagues to improve student outcomes, reflect on their own performance, contribute to staff development and support our distributed leadership structure. As a teacher in our school, you will have a passion for explicit teaching and a commitment to implementing whole-school strategies. The application of effective instructional strategies and incorporation of technology to engage students and challenge learning in a supportive and safe environment is central to this role.
With a reputation for quality and excellence in education, our vision at West Beechboro PS is to provide a caring and supportive environment in which each child is able to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to reach their full potential academically, creatively, physically and socially.
Our new Business Plan, currently under development, is aligned to the School Improvement and Accountability Framework, our key areas for improvement are;
- Digital Technologies
- Student health and well-being
- Relentless focus on data and improved student achievement
- Whole-school aligned curriculum focus
- Developing high performing teachers
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for 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.
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 West Beechboro Primary School can be found by visiting www.westbeechborops.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications.
For further job related information:
Please contact Gayle Higgins, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9377 6091 or emailing Gayle.Higgins@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 four (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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- The contact details for three (3) 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 fully or provisionally registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full or provisional registration prior to commencement of the position. (Applicants who require a Limited Registration to teach from the TRB are not eligible). 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 Friday, 27 November 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.