Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH710703
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2022 with possible extension and/or permanency
Belmont City College (CC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher – Health & Physical Education to join their school.
The successful applicant should ideally be skilled, with a positive attitude and possess the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant Health and Physical Education curriculum, and have a commitment to working collaboratively with students, staff and members of the school community.
The successful applicant will be student and relationship focused, highly motivated, innovative, and able to work effectively in a team environment. They will ideally possess an engaging and energetic teaching style, promoting an environment of active and positive learning in their classroom.
Belmont CC has modern facilities and is set in the heart of the City of Belmont which provides the backdrop for our many innovative programs. Belmont CC students have access to networked computers throughout the campus and supervised internet access in classrooms and other learning areas. Our classrooms are equipped with up to date technologies such as ‘smart boards and ‘smart projectors’ and we value teachers who can integrate these technologies in their classroom practice.
We pride ourselves in being able to give individualised care and attention to help each students reach their potential, developing their self-confidence, independence and the knowledge and skills necessary to enable them to take advantage of increasing opportunities beyond school. Our focus is on providing an inclusive, respectful and productive educational environment where students achieve success in their academic, social and community endeavours.
Belmont CC provides a variety of programs including our A Plus Academic Excellence program in partnership with the University of Western Australia, a Music Excellence program, and an Approved Specialist Program in Contemporary Drama. The College was shortlisted as a finalist in the 2015 WA Education Awards recognising our commitment to delivering a high quality of education to all.
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 Belmont City College can be found by visiting www.belmontcc.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 Kerry Clarke, Manager of School Operations, by telephoning (08) 9473 9800 or emailing Kerry.clarke@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 two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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
- Hold full, non-practising or provisional registration with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full, non-practising 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 Tuesday, 26 October 2021.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.