Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH690440
The School of Special Educational Needs: Disability (SSEND) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated, enthusiastic and dynamic Consulting Teachers from all phases of education including early childhood, primary and secondary schooling for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2021 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2022. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2021 school year, up to the end of Term 3, 2022.
These positions can be based across the state in both metropolitan and regional SSEND hubs. Experience in mainstream and/or education support settings is highly desirable and will include knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following areas of SSEND targeted support: Disability Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), Disability High Support (DHS), Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and Assistive Communication (AAC).
Consulting Teachers collaborate with schools to provide a range of supports within these specialist areas including, but not limited to:
- professional development for staff on disability and inclusive education related topics;
- advice and information on disability including policy, legislation, planning and reporting requirements;
- consultation and collaboration with Teachers and Education Assistants in meeting the educational needs of individual students with disability through evidence-based strategies and interventions, which may include direct work with students, modelling of strategies, coaching of staff and provision of resources;
- partnerships with school administrators in developing school wide processes and guidelines to support students with disability.
Suitable applicants will have a sound understanding of effective evidence based instructional strategies for students with disability and/or specific learning disorders. An understanding of models of consultancy is highly desirable and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment is essential. Suitable applicants will be able to initiate and implement outcomes-based service delivery relevant to network and school contexts, and build the capacity of schools to support inclusive practice.
SSEND provides an intensive induction program in order to ensure knowledge and skills specific to the position are consistent across service provision. A structured and rigorous performance management process ensures that Consulting Teachers are afforded opportunities to continue to expand their professional knowledge and practice through extensive targeted professional learning. Suitable applicants will be required to regularly work across a number of metropolitan and rural locations throughout the state, which will involve some overnight stays and travel. Suitable applicants should have a valid 'C' class driver's license and may be required to utilise their own vehicle within the metropolitan area.
Ideally, suitable applicants for Consulting Teacher will:
- have knowledge and experience in general disability and one or more of the following areas; ASD, SLD, AT and AAC;
- be confident to provide contextualised support to schools within a Response to Intervention model;
- collaborate to build capacity of schools/staff to implement evidence-based pedagogy at whole school, and individual student level;
- be dynamic in the delivery of professional learning and coaching of staff, have the ability to work across multiple school contexts state wide; and
- be able to engage with interdisciplinary support providers (Department and external).
The School of Special Educational Needs: Disability (SSEND) is an integral part of the Western Australian Department of Education's Statewide Services Division and provides support for students with disability. SSEND’s mission is to build the capacity of schools to ensure that every student with a disability is a successful student. Our vision is to partner with schools and communities to deliver an effective, responsive and integrated service that supports students with additional needs to achieve their potential.
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 School of Special Educational Needs: Disability can be found by visiting www.ssend.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service
For further job related information:
Please contact Terese Morse, A/Associate Principal by telephoning 0416 153 326 or emailing Terese.Morse@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 two (2) 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;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- 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 Monday, 2 August 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.