Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH808797
Various Positions
Bridgetown High School (HS) and Boyup Brook District High School (DHS) are seeking a motivated, creative Music – The Arts – Teacher to join their friendly team.
We currently have the following position available:
- Two (2) x – permanent part time position (0.4FTE Boyup Brook DHS & 0.4FTE Bridgetown HS)
Both positions will commence (Term 2, 2023)
This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced and proficient Teacher of the Arts to teach at two of the South West most desirable locations. Boyup Brook DHS and Bridgetown HS are seeking a motivated and skilled teacher to work across both locations in a permanent position.
Ideally, the successful applicant would possess the ability to teach in the Music and Visual Arts contexts of the Arts and would be placed for two full days at each school, thus limiting travel between the two geographically close schools. Applicants that have skills in Music and other arts contexts may be considered and there is a possibility of a full-time position for a flexible and accomplished applicant. At Bridgetown High School the successful applicant would be required to work across Years 7 – 10. At Boyup Brook DHS, the position requires a skillset applicable to Pre- Primary to Year 10.
The towns of Boyup Brook and Bridgetown are vibrant communities in the heart of the South West of WA, located approximately 25 minutes driving time apart. Their communities have much to offer staff in terms of recreation and sporting activities and are conveniently located to allow for day trips to the Geographe and Great Southern coasts and wine regions and the many attractions these areas have to offer. The towns host a number of well known events during the year such as the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival: The Blues at Bridgetown and the Blackwood Marathon.
Bridgetown HS is located 270km south of Perth on the Blackwood River in the South West region of Western Australia and proudly meets the needs of local students in Years 7 to 10.
Our students are encouraged to become responsible learners within the school and be active participants in many of the school's decision-making processes. We focus on developing their critical and creative thinking skills, as well as their problem-solving skills, to became active and informed citizens of the future.
Boyup Brook is situated in the South West of Western Australia approximately 270km from Perth.
Boyup Brook DHS is a level 5 district high school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 10 with students moving on to other schools for the Year 11/12 component of their secondary education. Students are drawn from families that are involved in farming, viticulture and local business.
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 Bridgetown High School can be found by visiting www.bridgetownhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Further information about Boyup Brook District High School can be found by visiting www.boyupbrookdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information about Bridgetown High School
You are encouraged to contact Carol Thorsby, Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Bridgetown by telephoning (08) 9761 0100 or emailing Carol.Thorsby@education.wa.edu.au
For further job related information about Boyup Brook District High School
You are encouraged to contact Melissa Reimers, Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Boyup Brook by telephoning (08) 9765 0000 or emailing melissa.reimers@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 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 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
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 Wednesday, 29 March 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
