Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH806705
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023
Are you a dedicated and passionate Primary Teacher Years 2-6 looking for a rewarding opportunity?
Coolgardie Primary School (PS) is seeking an enthusiastic Primary 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 $890 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 highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting, culturally responsive learning experiences to ignite a desire to learn in students.
This role is for a class of Years 2 – 6 in a small rural town. The class is very settled and has non- teaching support staff who are flexible in their roles and provide great support for the teacher. The students are engaged and well behaved.
The Ideal Teacher
The successful applicant will ideally be an energetic, resourceful and proactive teacher who is committed to improving outcomes for all students. You should be capable of teaching across all year levels and adjusting delivery and content to a diverse student body. You will ideally set clear boundaries but show kindness and care towards students. You should be flexible in your teaching practices as we are a small school.
The successful applicant will ideally be actively involved both within the school and wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation. You will work with teachers and administration to collaborate, moderate, and develop programs of work that meet individual student needs. Positive interpersonal skills, as well as a willingness to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external networks to establish strong community partnerships are highly desirable.
The successful applicant will ideally possess the professional knowledge, practices, and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant curriculum using a positive, student-focused approach. You should build capacity in literacy and numeracy through targeted teaching and Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) pedagogies. You will ideally participate in the implementation of two-way learning and on-country opportunities. A strong background in EDI and an understanding and/or experience in the school’s whole-school programs is desirable. Programs include Letters and Sounds, Daily Reviews, Words Their Way, and Origo Maths. Knowledge of using the iPad and apps will be a great advantage.
Strong behaviour support capabilities, grounded in genuine, positive relationships, are vital in this context. The successful applicant should adopt the whole school Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach to behaviour management and be willing to embed trauma-informed approaches and cultural awareness in the classroom and whole-school environment. You should be enthusiastic, seek opportunities for innovation and leadership and possess the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Our School
Coolgardie PS has a small town, community family feel about it and is situated on a rise overlooking the town and gold mines. Three classrooms, a maths and literacy resource room, a support classroom, a hall and two storerooms are situated in the original stone building. The school has up to date technology and resources available for all subjects.
We have a small, friendly staff who build strong relationships with each other, our students, and our community. Although the school is 30 minutes out of Kalgoorlie, we car share to reduce fuel costs. Our parents are very friendly and always willing to help. You will be teaching in a settled classroom with a large space and modern facilities.
The Location and Community
Coolgardie is located 550 kilometres east of Perth, approximately 40 kilometres west of Kalgoorlie, and 187 kilometres north of Norseman. The name Coolgardie is said to be derived from the aboriginal word 'Coolcaby’ and is said to be a reference to the area's mulga vegetation and gnamma waterholes.
The major industry in Coolgardie is gold mining. A range of services are available in the town and the various historic sites attract tourists each year. The population of Coolgardie is affected by work opportunities that are linked to the mining sector. Whilst the town has a very transient population, many families have lived in Coolgardie for generations. The town has a population of approximately 1100 people, both aboriginal and non-aboriginal. Alongside these residents, the town has a transient population who reside in town in the short to medium term.
For more information about Coolgardie visit Destination – Coolgardie.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Coolgardie Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications.
For further job-related information:
You are encouraged to contact Helen Smart, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Coolgardie, by telephoning (08) 9068 3100 or emailing helen.smart1@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 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;
- 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 Thursday, 30 March 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS
ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
