Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH805131
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023
Belmont City College is seeking a highly professional, passionate, and innovative Design and Technology Teacher to join our team.
The role of the Design and Technology Teacher is to develop students’ skills in the use of tools and machinery for design projects using a variety of materials. The successful applicant will ideally have professional knowledge, understanding and experience to develop and implement engaging and relevant secondary school programs in Years 7 to 12 general technologies courses, including the contexts of Woodwork and Metalwork.
We are seeking a teacher who is student and relationship focused, enthusiastic and innovative with the capacity to provide engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences while catering for diverse student learning needs. The successful applicant will ideally display that they integrate a growth mindset into their teaching and their approach to young people.
Ideally the successful applicant will have the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and will have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community. They will utilise best classroom practice whilst employing a range of assessment and reporting methods. The successful applicant will ideally be dedicated, passionate and a highly effective educators who have a deep understanding of and experience with a diverse range of student learning needs and styles and will inspire students to achieve to their potential.
At Belmont City College, we pride ourselves in being able to give individualised care and attention to help each student reach their potential, developing their self-confidence, independence, and the knowledge and skills necessary to enable them to take advantage of increasing opportunities beyond school. Our focus is on providing a safe and caring learning environment that encourages students to become self-motivated, independent learners who demonstrate pride in themselves, their school, and their community.
A strong pastoral care program supports the social and emotional needs of the students, whilst the diverse range of academic and life skills programs nurture academic excellence for all students. Our commitment to delivering a high quality of education to all was evident in 2021, when Belmont City College was ranked 39 in the top 50 ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) schools in Western Australia.
The College provides a variety of programs including our A Plus academic excellence program in partnership with the University of Western Australia, a Music Excellence program, and an Approved Specialist Program in Contemporary Drama.
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 Belmont City College can be found by visiting www.belmontcc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information
Please contact Kerry Clarke, Manager of School Operations, by telephoning (08) 9473 9800 or emailing Kerry.Clarke@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 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 Friday, 17 February 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.