Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH795111
Are you a teacher looking to make a positive difference in our indigenous communities and provide students in these locations an opportunity to achieve?
We are looking for committed and culturally responsive teachers to fill a range of immediate vacancies in Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary. Please include your preference in your application. Placement in the pool will also enable you to be considered for fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that will become available prior to the end of 2023.
We currently have the following vacancies available for immediate appointment:
- Early Childhood Education positions at Warburton (K-2) and Wingellina (K-2)
- Primary positions at Blackstone (3-6), Kiwirrkurra (3-6), Wingellina (3-6)
- Secondary positions at Warakurna (7-9/10-12), Warburton (10-12)
- Full-time relief teachers x 2 – generalist teachers to be deployed across campuses
Generalist teachers and those seeking an ongoing Relief or Support role are encouraged to apply. We will also consider short term appointments to support specific programs across our campuses.
Personal and Professional Benefits
Working at Ngaanyatjarra Lands School provides you with the many professional and personal benefits of working for the Department of Education including:
- Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20 870 per year
- Locality allowance of $3 869 per year
- Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5,000 see info below
- 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
- Airconditioning Subsidy
- Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
- Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
- Vehicle relocation
Teachers and school administrators employed at Ngaanyatjarra Lands School in 2023 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $5,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
For more information about working in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands and the exciting employment opportunities we have to offer, please watch our interactive video by pressing the play button below.
Learn More At Our WebEx!
Given the uniqueness of our school, we’re inviting applicants an opportunity to learn more by joining our WebEx - 4:00pm to 5:00pm WST on Wednesday, 14 December 2022.
Join the event here.
Principals and teachers from across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands School campuses will be available to provide information and answer questions about the experience of living and teaching in some of the most remote schools in Australia. The focus of this event is to provide an opportunity to meet current staff and become equipped with all the information you need to make an informed choice to become a remote Aboriginal community teacher with the Ngaanyatjarra Lands School.
What We Can Offer You
We ensure all staff members receive a comprehensive induction to our school as well as ongoing support, providing cultural guidance and support.
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.
How to Apply
This is a two-step selection process.
You will need to demonstrate your competency – in the context of these roles – against the criteria related to working in a remote school and the Professional Domains from the AITSL Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, addressing only Domain 1, Professional Knowledge:
- Professional Knowledge
- Professional Practice
- Professional Engagement
Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all Domains will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Step 1
Complete the attached Written Statement Template and prepare a CV. Your CV should have details of your training and work history relevant to the position you’re applying for, and the contact details of two (2) professional referees who can comment on the claims made in your documents. It’s preferred if one is your current line manager. Referees may be contacted at this stage to validate information provided in your documents.
Step 2
A selection panel will review and assess the information provided in your CV and Written Statement. If you are competitive, you will be invited to an online interview.
Complete your application
Do this by selecting “Apply for Job” at either the top or bottom of this job ad. You will need to attach your Written Statement and CV completed in Step 1. Please allow sufficient time to complete this part of your application.
You will receive a confirmation email when you’ve successfully submitted your application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your application online, please call (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Further Job Information
If you miss the WebEx and would like more information about the role, or about living and working remotely, please contact Executive Principal, Ms Sandy Robertson, on 0459 870 117 or sandy.robertson@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holiday period, please contact Sandy Robertson on 0459 870 117.
Learn more about our school here.
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, 9 January 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.