Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH756124
This is a thirty-six (36) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2022
Kalumburu Remote Community School (RCS) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Secondary Generalist Teacher to join their high-quality regional school.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20 870 per year
- Locality allowance of $4 645 per year
- 10 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
- Free GROH housing
- Free Utilities (water)
- Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
- Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
- Vehicle relocation
About the Role
To be effective in this role, the successful applicant will ideally be able to plan and deliver engaging and effective teaching programs across core subjects including Maths, English, Science and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS). Secondary students are also involved in Certificate courses through TAFE and have the opportunity to take part in Workplace Learning. The ideal candidate will be able to create learning experiences that incorporate these courses into their programs.
Secondary students at Kalumburu RCS participate in the Bushrangers Program. This opens up on-country learning and the opportunity for students to develop skills in educational settings outside of the classroom. The successful applicant should contribute positively to this program and have an interest in participating in camps and excursions with our Secondary students. Some activities that students have participated in previously include Kimberley Cup – a weeklong sporting carnival in Broome – Bushrangers camps and bike riding camps to Honeymoon Bay and Mitchell Falls.
The successful candidate will ideally have excellent behaviour management skills and be trained in Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and trauma-informed practice. The Secondary Generalist Teacher should prioritise students’ social, emotional and academic wellbeing and work with the community to develop and maintain genuine, productive relationships. Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) will be beneficial as at Kalumburu RCS we implement PBS school-wide and have the four behaviour expectations of being Strong, Smart, Safe and Caring.
While experience working in remote communities is not essential, knowledge of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework and a willingness to develop positive relationships with all stakeholders in Kalumburu is vital to ensuring positive outcomes for students. A commitment to positive approaches and maintaining our positive staff culture is essential, and a personal resilience will support your success in living in a very remote location.
Kalumburu’s Location
Kalumburu, meaning 'Path by the River’ or ‘River Crossing', is the most northerly Aboriginal Community in Western Australia and is situated on Kwini Country on the banks of the King Edward River. The nearest townships to Kalumburu are Kununurra (565 km southeast), Wyndham (560 km southeast) and Derby (650 km west). Road access to the region is dependent on seasonal conditions and Kalumburu is often inaccessible by road for four to six months of the year. Alternative access is by air from Kununurra, and supplies are regularly delivered by sea.
Services in Kalumburu
The Community of Kalumburu currently numbers around 500 people and is serviced by the school, community clinic, community store including takeaway, and an administration office providing postal, banking and Centrelink services. Kalumburu RCS has a high percentage of Aboriginal students and school priorities include High Quality Teaching, providing a High Care Environment and Empowering the community.
For more information about Kalumburu visit Kalumburu Community | Australia's North West (australiasnorthwest.com).
In the first instance, only applicants with teaching qualifications will be considered. Where there are no suitable applicants with teaching qualifications, applicants without teaching qualifications may be considered. In this circumstance, a fixed term appointment as an untrained teacher for the remainder of the 2022 school year will be offered.
We will also consider an internal secondment opportunity for permanent teachers in other locations within the Department of Education who would like to work at our school for up to three years and retain their substantive position. If this interests you, please gain the approval of your principal before applying.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Kalumburu Remote Community School can be found by visiting Kalumburu Remote Community School | Facebook or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service.
For further job-related information:
You are encouraged to contact Fionna Greig, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Kalumburu, by telephoning (08) 9161 4306 or 0437 416 467 or emailing fionna.greig@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 four (4) 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;
- Meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements; and
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
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, 22 August 2022.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.