Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH718887
Appointment Pool
Can you formulate an equation to create positive learning?
Ellenbrook Secondary College (SC) is seeking to establish a pool of highly dedicated and innovative Mathematics Teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2022 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2022 school year.
Ellenbrook SC is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12 on a modern, beautifully landscaped campus. Located on the outskirts of Perth in the beautiful Swan Valley region of the City of Swan, our community is growing and thriving. Our College is integral to the development of the youth in our care and seeks to ensure our students transition into the community as active and responsible citizens.
Suitable applicants would ideally be reflective practitioners with the proven capacity to teach a broad spectrum of Mathematics courses from numeracy recovery programs through to Senior Secondary ATAR courses, and be able to actively display their pedagogy has resulted in improved outcomes and progression for their students. It would be beneficial if suitable applicants can display experience with, or the capacity to, support the college’s explicit teaching agenda with programs such as Direct Instruction as well as concrete based learning programs like Scaffolding Numeracy in the Middle Years. Training and experience with Classroom Management Strategies would be preferred.
Suitable applicants should have high expectations for all students, provide educational opportunities and activities which enable students to achieve their potential, and display a commitment to excellence. Suitable applicants should be highly proficient in motivating and engaging students, and promoting a positive, active learning environment.
Suitable applicants will ideally have the capacity to contribute to an effective team that collaborates with, and supports one another, and must display the ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, parents/caregivers and staff. The Mathematics Learning Area is actively involved in a number of extra-curricular, curriculum based initiatives including, homework classes, extension programs with feeder primary schools and a range of Mathematics competitions and online activities.
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 Ellenbrook Secondary College can be found by visiting ellenbrooksc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information:
Please contact Jacinta Loreta, Head of Learning Area, Mathematics, by telephoning (08) 9297 9700 or emailing jacinta.loreta@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 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; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
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.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 3 December 2021.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.