Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA812456
This is a nine (9) month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2023
Tuart Forest Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic leader to join the leadership team as Program Coordinator – Teaching for Impact. As a key member of the team it is desirable that the successful applicant have relevant knowledge, understanding and experience in implementing high impact, evidence based teaching.
As Program Coordinator you will provide instructional coaching, support, mentoring and modelling to teachers and influence change related to teaching and learning informed by Teaching for Impact. Sound experience in developing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing both professional learning and support programs and an ability to build strong partnerships with all staff is required.
This unique role necessitates highly developed interpersonal and written communication skills, including experience in working alongside colleagues, providing feedback, leading change and developing and implementing high impact teaching resources. This is an exciting opportunity to support quality teaching across our school and build on the school’s commitment to develop, implement and sustain high impact teaching practices to improve student progress and achievement.
Essential to this role is a belief and commitment to supporting the cultural conditions required to successfully implement whole school practices, including effective teaching and learning.
At Tuart Forest PS, it is our goal to ensure that every child has an outstanding education resulting in high Literacy and Numeracy competency. Our mission, Building Strong Foundations for Every Student, Every Day signifies our determination for all students to be successful. As a school that prides itself on meeting the needs of every child, we aim to achieve the twin goals of excellence and equity. We provide opportunities that extend and challenge every child to achieve the highest possible standards and their personal best.
The critical importance of the early years of a child's life to their future educational success is well known. At Tuart Forest PS, we want every child to have the best start to school, and to master the foundation literacy and numeracy skills, as well as the personal and social capabilities, required for later years of schooling. At Tuart Forest Primary, we are innovators in public school education. Our dedicated staff strive for high standards in teaching and learning and enthusiastically share good teaching practices, ideas and resources.
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:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
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 Tuart Forest Primary School can be found by visiting www.tuartforestps.com or Schools Online
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For further job related information:
Please contact Carolyn Williams, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9791 0350 or emailing Carolyn.Williams@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Carolyn Williams on 0427 596 588.
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 four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- 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 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 Tuesday, 11 April 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
