Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA797378
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023.
Are you dedicated to leading excellence in support of students with Autism?
Gosnells Primary School (PS) is seeking a Program Coordinator – Specialist Learning Program (SLP) for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to deliver specialist learning programs for students with ASD. The successful applicant will ideally adopt evidence-based practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students with ASD without a diagnosed intellectual disability whilst enabling their access to mainstream education.
Gosnells PS is home to the very first SLP for students with ASD. This successful program provides specialist and intensive support to students with autism - without intellectual impairment - who have the capacity to learn at or near their academic year level standard with support but may have specific social and emotional development needs that are related to their autism.
The successful applicant for this role will work in a shared, collaborative arrangement with staff, providing professional leadership in the program and the whole school, building capacity of staff, promoting inclusivity and positive educational outcomes for students with Autism. As a member of the senior leadership team, you will contribute strategically to whole school strategic planning.
As the Program Coordinator you will develop, implement, monitor and review plans and policies associated with the specialist programs for students with autism and provide high level advice and support to Departmental staff. As part of this role you will also liaise with principals, internal and external stakeholders regarding the transition of students.
Gosnells PS proudly caters for over 400 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 with three of its classes dedicated specifically to the SLP. The school is known for being highly supportive with proactive and caring leadership, dedicated and collaborative staff and a family friendly culture focused on student success and wellbeing. The school pedagogical pillars of purpose, relationships and engagement underpin its improvement agenda as it actively works to promote excellence in teaching and learning.
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:
- Experience, knowledge and high-level skills in applying evidence based methodologies and interventions for individual education plans;
- Professional knowledge, and the ability to apply this knowledge, to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for students
- Highly developed leadership skills in a diverse range of educational settings
- High-level communication, interpersonal and public relation skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships to achieve planned outcomes
- High-level conceptual and analytical skills, together with the proven ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues
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 Gosnells Primary School can be found by visiting gosnellsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Scott Tapper, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9234 6350 or emailing Scott.Tapper@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 to four (3-4) 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; and
- 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 Friday, 17 February 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.