Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA799304
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023, with possible extension and/or permanency
Are you a passionate and experienced Education Support leader?
As of todays date 19-01-2023 please note the closing date has been amended as below.
Aveley Secondary College (ASC) is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Program Coordinator – Education Support who will work closely with the Executive team, Deputy Principal, staff, students and the school community to provide curriculum leadership and student services to students with Special Education Needs.
Our integrated model allows us to tailor the educational experience for each student, so that they can learn in the most appropriate and least restrictive environment. Students can learn in the Education Support classrooms or participate in mainstream classes with support from an Education Assistant, depending on their individual needs. Education Support students also have access to the College’s specialist facilities and teaching staff for practical classes. The College has an inclusive ethos, and education support students participate in whole-school activities.
As the successful applicant you will ideally be a skilled leader with a strong focus on ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment and will preferably be experienced in supporting Education Support Teachers and Education Assistants to deliver evidence-based, best practice programs to enhance student outcomes. You will be responsible for overseeing the Education Support delivery for students in Years 7-12, providing support for staff and students. It involves overseeing activities such as hydrotherapy, work readiness and workplace learning, life skills, personal development and goal setting, community access, Certificate and Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN) courses. The ability to form partnerships within the local community and initiate programs will be a highly important part of this role.
The successful applicant should ideally:
- Be highly motivated with a collaborative approach to school leadership to create an environment where students and staff excel.
- Have the ability to lead effectively in a team environment and develop successful working relationships with the Executive team, staff, student, parents and partners in education.
- Be a passionate, experienced, highly skilled Education Support educator and be committed to making a difference to the lives of young people with disability through education.
- Display highly developed leadership skills and have a proven history of mentoring Education Support teachers in both pedagogy and Positive Behaviour Support
ASC opened in 2018 with an inaugural enrolment of 251 students in Year 7. It will continue with an additional cohort each year until 2023 when it will have the full range from 7 to 12.
The College is committed to an ethic of excellence. There is a strong progressive and future focused approach in meeting student needs. Our aim is to prepare students with the 21st century skills of teamwork, collaboration, and creative problem solving. The College has an emphasis on engaging curriculum that has high levels of integrated technology embedded in lessons, opportunities for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and the Arts. The College utilises current research into teaching and learning and school improvement, which has led to the implementation of Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) as the College’s signature pedagogy and approach to curriculum planning. Although this is a mandated whole school approach, there is support and professional development for staff to build proficiency in utilising EDI for planning and lesson delivery.
ASC has a positive behaviour framework that is built on the premise that we develop the whole child: academic skills, social and emotional intelligence, as well as students who are engaged with the local community and with the contemporary world with a strong sense of global citizenship. ASC has a diverse offering of Academy courses for students that operate as extra curricular options.
The College has state-of-the-art facilities including spacious general classrooms, dedicated Science labs, Cooking and Textiles rooms including a commercial kitchen, Sports Hall, playing courts and oval. There is an impressive Arts complex featuring a performing arts theatre, dance studio, visual arts studios, music rooms, media, and photography facilities. The College also runs a dedicated Education Support Hub with specialist facilities and staff for students with high needs.
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 the following work-related requirements:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work-related requirements of the position. 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.
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 Aveley Secondary College can be found by visiting aveleysc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
For further job-related information:
Please contact Beverley Day, Associate Principal by telephoning (08) 6296 1000 or emailing Beverley.Day@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Rachael Ball, Associate Principal on 04 3 904 337.
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 Work-Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- 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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 09 February 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.