Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SSS820311
This is a nine (9) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023 with possible extension and/or permanency
Merredin College (MC) is seeking enthusiastic, motivated and highly skilled primary teacher for a middle primary classroom. As the successful applicant you will be required to work collaboratively with their team and contribute to whole school approaches and directions. It is desirable that applicants demonstrate a high level of collaborative practice together with interpersonal skills to enable effective participation and engagement within the school.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7,000 see info below
- 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
Teachers and school administrators employed at Merredin College in 2023 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
About the role
It is highly desirable for suitable applicants to have experience in a wide repertoire of strategies including: reflective teaching and feedback processes; sound classroom management based on restorative practices; demonstrated success in implementing a Literacy Block using Talk4Writing, Words their Way and Seven Steps; and incorporating digital technologies into the curriculum using iPads for creation and with previous knowledge and understanding of programs that develop good mental health and social skills. Merredin College is in its third year of implementing Visible Learning, and previous experience is desirable.
As the successful applicant will need to have an understanding of explicit teaching and a pedagogical approach that supports our vision as well as being open to ongoing professional learning, support, peer observation and feedback. The ability to foster and maintain positive communication with parents in regard to various aspects of student performance will also be highly desirable. Merredin College is looking for teachers who have expert skills and knowledge to enhance our vision of being the benchmark in rural education. Suitable applicants should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and high levels of emotional intelligence.
Our school
At MC we are committed to developing a community of engaged, creative and independent lifelong learners who aim high, value diversity and contribute positively to the global community. Students need to be challenged and engaged and catering for differing levels of ability is an essential requirement.
MC is located 256 kilometres east of Perth in the Central Wheatbelt and is a lighthouse rural school providing a high quality educational program for 600 students from K-12. Four values guide the practices, expectations and behaviour of our students and staff. These include respect, caring, responsibility and striving to achieve. The values underpin the two key areas of our Strategic Plan, Teaching and Learning and School Community and Culture. Excellence in behaviour and achievement is acknowledged via a variety of initiatives. As a staff we constantly strive for effective and consistently applied behaviour management and excellent attendance. We believe in meeting the needs of the whole student and as a result pastoral care is a significant staff commitment.
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 Merredin College can be found by visiting www.merredincollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Lynne Herbert, Deputy Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Merredin, by telephoning (08) 9041 7520 or emailing lynne.herbert@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 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; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
- 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 Monday, 29 May 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
