Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH822906
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023
Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated, talented and innovative Mathematics Teacher, highly proficient in engaging and motivating students, whilst supporting the School’s priorities and business plan. There is also an option of an immediate start for the successful applicant.
We are looking for passionate teachers who have high expectations, possess a commitment to excellence, use a range of pedagogies and have the ability to establish and maintain a positive classroom learning environment.
The successful applicant should be a flexible and adaptive teacher, able to apply Explicit Instruction and use evidence based High Impact Instructional Strategies. We have had a recent focus on “Back to Front Math” and teachers with experience in these strategies are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from experienced Mathematics Teachers as well as Graduate Teachers.
As a Mathematics teacher in our school, you will work in our supportive and collegiate Mathematics Learning Team. The expectation is that you will teach Mathematics from Years 7 to 12. Applicants should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, vision and priorities across the school community.
You should build positive relationships with your students and be passionate about creating positive pathways for students, ensuring we share our stories, the Safety Bay Way.
At Safety Bay SHS we are proud of our ability to provide a high quality public education for all our students. We promote excellence in a wide array of pursuits and work with the community to build a bright future for all of our students. Our school community is committed to ensuring students dare to strive to 'Imagine, Believe and Achieve', our school motto, which highlights our aspirational nature.
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 Safety Bay Senior High School can be found by visiting www.safetybay.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information
Please contact Alen Kursar, Principal, by telephoning 0427 799 933 or emailing alen.kursar@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 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
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 Wednesday, June 7 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
