Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP820694
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2023
Paraburdoo Primary School (PS) is seeking an experienced, dedicated and hard-working educator to join our leadership team.
This role includes leadership of our school’s numeracy and Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) initiatives. As such, the successful applicant will have expert curriculum and pedagogical knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Technologies with experience in successfully leading school-wide initiatives in these areas. A strong ability in implementing data-driven change and supporting teachers with data analysis and planning for improved student outcomes is highly desirable. An applied understanding of the Top Ten Mathematics, Centre of Resource Excellence (CoRE), and the Creative Edge Challenge programs is beneficial.
The successful applicant will ideally support our school’s continued growth in the areas of Teaching Quality and Student Achievement and Progress, joining the principal and full-time deputy principal in supporting high quality, evidence-based teaching practices across our school. This role will focus on our upper primary and the successful applicant will ideally have the ability to support colleagues to develop their teaching practice using high impact coaching methods.
Our teachers and allied professionals have a clear, shared vision where we work with families to nurture and inspire lifelong learning. Our collaborative and cooperative culture ensures our staff work in an environment of continual learning and development so they can deliver a range of high-quality learning opportunities to stimulate and challenge each student's individual needs and talents.
At Paraburdoo PS our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.
Our school is situated on Yinhawangka country in the Pilbara and continues to develop strong relationships with First Nations families and communities. Our school is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for our students, helping them to fulfil their potential and realise their goals. The successful applicant will be committed to leading and developing culturally responsive practices to engage with our community and improve outcomes for First Nations students.
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 staff, 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 Paraburdoo Primary School can be found by visiting www.paraburdooprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
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For further job related information:
Please contact Caragh Livingstone, Principal by telephoning (08) 5125 4000 or emailing caragh.livingstone@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 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 two (2) 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 induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability 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 Wednesday, 14 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
