Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH810191
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023
Are you a dedicated and passionate Education Support Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity?
O’Connor Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking an enthusiastic Education Support Teacher to join their high-quality regional school.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 per year
- Locality allowance of $432 per year
- 10.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
About the Role
This role will suit someone who is relationship-focused, highly motivated, and passionate about creating exciting learning experiences to ignite a desire to learn in students. Experience with Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Letters and Sounds, Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is desirable but not essential. The exact role will be negotiated with the successful applicant based on their knowledge, skills and interests.
The Ideal Teacher
O'Connor ESC are looking for someone who has an interest in working with children with disabilities. A motivated learner who takes on opportunities for growth. We are looking for a teacher who is flexible and wants to enjoy the entire Kalgoorlie experience. You will ideally be ready for a change, to take the plunge and learn about children with disabilities and will want to share in the most incredible success when supporting a child to achieve their goals.
Our School
O’Connor ESC is situated alongside O'Connor Primary School and values inclusion which not only promotes connections between students but allows teachers to work together and share knowledge.
We have a strong focus on student success, collaboration, and upskilling. The skills gained by working at our Centre will equip any teacher to provide adjustments to students in any educational facility. It also provides a unique opportunity to connect with multidisciplinary agencies due to the proximity of everything in Kalgoorlie.
At our school, there are ample opportunities for interaction and collaboration and a focus on developing cultural awareness of the First Nations People of the Goldfields. With over 40% of our students Indigenous, we pride ourselves on working alongside families to understand their needs, culture, and community so that we can reflect their values within a school setting. The staff are highly motivated, fun and supportive. Each class has a minimum of two Education Assistants and this support provides a cohesive team working together to ensure the students reach their goals.
The Location and Community
Kalgoorlie is an incredibly social town where educators often form strong friendships which last the years.
Kalgoorlie is located 600 km from Perth and 400 km from the most exquisite beaches in the world. Kalgoorlie provides an incredible opportunity for leadership, connection and development within the education sector.
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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 O'Connor Education Support Centre can be found by visiting O'Connor Education Support Centre | Kalgoorlie-Boulder | Education (oconnoresc.wa.edu.au) or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications.
For further job-related information:
You are encouraged to contact Jon Attwell, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Boulder, by telephoning (08) 9068 5250 or emailing Jon.Attwell1@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 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 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;
- 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 requirements.
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, 31 March 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
