Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH821537
Wattleup East Primary School (PS) (planning name) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated Teachers for appointments in its Specialised Learning Program for Children with Autism, to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2023 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2024. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2024.
Suitable applicants will provide dedicated and progressive teaching to deliver specialised learning programs to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to access mainstream education.
Teachers will ideally adopt evidence-based practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students with ASD. Knowledge of, and the ability to apply Western Australian curriculum is highly desirable.
As a member of our team, you may, over time, move between the specific roles within the Specialised Learning Program (SLP) for Students with ASD and mainstream classroom teaching roles.
In collaboration with the Program Coordinator for this established, popular and well-respected program, you will have the opportunity to provide innovative and engaging lessons for our students, contribute to their sense of belonging and overall wellbeing within a very supportive mainstream public primary school. Suitable applicants will develop highly personalised learning plans to facilitate access to age-appropriate curriculum and apply evidence-based individualised education interventions to improve academic engagement, organisational skills, social thinking, peer relationships and self-regulation skills, while case managing students to best support their family.
Our Program Coordinator and the SLP - ASD team provide mentoring, intensive support and state of the art professional learning for staff, so that we can continue to significantly improve all aspects of the learning environment for our students.
Suitable applicants will ideally be highly motivated, student and relationship focused and dedicated to improving the outcomes of all students. The ability to utilise outstanding communication skills and strong leadership within the classroom to create an environment in which high functioning students with ASD can thrive within a supportive mainstream setting, would be highly advantageous to this role.
Applicants should possess current knowledge of autism and relevant experience to successfully apply these principles in this teaching role.
Wattleup East PS (planning name) is looking for committed and dedicated teachers who will bring out the best in every child. We cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and we have a firm belief in the unique value of each student. All staff are highly professional and a dedicated team who are committed to the educational needs of all students, who are encouraged to become confident and independent learners.
The ethos of our school is summed up by ‘Love Learning’, we want every child to love coming to school, every teacher to love their students and our community to love our school.
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 Wattleup East Primary School (planning name) can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information:
Please contact Louise O'Donovan, Principal by telephoning 0415 338 840 or emailing Louise.Odonovan@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 maximum five (5) 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 five (5) 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
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, 2 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
