Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH769821
Vision
CONNECT, LEARN and THRIVE
Are you an excellent teacher who wants to make a positive difference?
The School of Special Educational Needs: Medical and Mental Health (SSEN:MMH) is seeking to establish a pool of capable and enthusiastic teachers, for appointments to part-time, permanent and fixed term vacancies between 0.4-0.6FTE, which may arise during the 2023 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year.
Suitable applicants will be based at regional centres and support outreach from these centres either in the Wheatbelt, Pilbara, Kimberley, or South West educational regions.
About the role
The teacher applies their comprehensive education knowledge within the interdisciplinary team at the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) to support the educational, medical and psychosocial needs of students and serve as a link between Health and Education.
The main objective of the role is to consolidate and develop health and education partnerships by improving communication and collaboration between CAMHS and schools in the Western Australian regional areas. Teachers enhance educational outcomes for students with mental health issues, and improve liaison between CAMHS clinicians, schools, and regional staff in support of students reaching their potential.
The suitable applicants will ideally possess a breadth of curriculum knowledge and sound understanding of education systems to provide information to health clinicians. Suitable applicants will be able to provide information and develop strategies to assist schools and enhance outcomes for referred students. The role requires sound knowledge of education across years K-12 and the associated pedagogy, including tact and diplomacy, effective negotiation skills and empathy. Working collaboratively with others and being open to their opinions and perspectives is highly desirable to ensure that as a team we deliver services that meet school and vulnerable student needs.
Our School
SSEN:MMH provides educational support for students whose medical or mental health prevents them from successfully participating in their enrolled school programs.
We deliver over 60 teaching and liaison programs in more than 40 Department of Health settings state-wide. Staff at SSEN:MMH are continuously establishing and maintaining the vital link between the health service and schools that is so necessary for a student's total care. SSEN: MMH are responsive to diverse needs within a holistic framework of family, students' enrolled schools (both government and non-government), other Specialist Schools and State-wide Services teams, community support systems and the health community. Staff at SSEN:MMH are continuously establishing and maintaining the vital link between health service and schools that is so necessary for a student’s total care. Our teachers work with interdisciplinary health teams, as well as collaboratively with other teachers and support staff. These teams assist us meet the educational, medical and psychosocial needs of students ensuring continuity of education.
For more information about the dynamic team at SSEN: MMH and the exciting employment opportunities we have to offer, please watch the video about SSEN:MMH by pressing the play button below. This is the place you'll want to be!
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 : Medical and Mental Health, can be found by visiting ssenmmh.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job-related information:
Please contact Deb Delacy, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 6456 0383 or emailing deb.delacy@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Deb Delacy on 0434 074 348.
Learn more at our Webex event!
As a unique statewide school, we’re giving applicants the opportunity to learn more and ask questions by joining our Webex event at 4:00 pm on Wednesday 12th Oct 2022.
During the event, you’ll learn more about the role of a SSEN:MMH teacher, our school and our communities. Register for the event HERE
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 recent 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;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course;
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- 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 vaccination requirements
The vaccination mandate continues to apply to workers in healthcare settings (which applies to staff of the School of Special Educational Needs: Medical and Mental Health). Please refer to the attached Covid 19 Operating Guidelines.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 19 October 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.