Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH864947
This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency.
Please not as of Friday, 1 December 2023 at 12.30pm the closing date of this advert has been amended.
Baldivis Secondary College (SC) are seeking a passionate, innovative and committed Teacher – Year Coordinator to join their fantastic team. The position involves two main responsibilities: A Year Coordinator role and a classroom teacher role within your area of expertise. The classroom teacher role may vary from 0.2 FTE and 0.4 FTE depending on the size and needs of the year group.
Reporting to the respective Student Services Manager and Curriculum Team Leader, you would work collaboratively with the School Leadership team to provide an environment that nurtures the emotional, physical and academic wellbeing of all students.
In collaboration with members of the Student Services team, the Year Coordinator would provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and encouraging school staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals.
A high level of interpersonal skills and drive with the ability to establish and maintain networks, both internally and externally will be highly regarded. Additionally, the ability to effectively communicate to foster positive relationships with students, staff and families with the goal to achieve the best outcomes for our students will also be highly regarded.
The role involves contributing to and enacting the Student Services strategic plan, as well as evaluating its outcomes and impacts. The successful applicant would have the skills and experience to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and to deliver high-quality services to students. An understanding of curriculums is highly desirable.
Our dedication to enhancing student outcomes is rooted in the comprehensive integration of Advancement Via Individual Determination's (AVID) tried-and-true teaching methods and best practices across all academic disciplines at our college.
Our entire instructional staff incorporates AVID strategies, along with other effective teaching techniques and 21st-century tools, to foster both post-school preparedness and enhanced academic achievements for all students.
The successful applicant should have high expectations of self and students, be able to ensure a productive and positive learning environment and the ability to cultivate and sustain strong relational connections in every classroom.
Baldivis Secondary College is a vibrant and thriving learning community nestled just 46km south of Perth. Our mission is to provide an exceptional school experience for every student, fostering learning, wellbeing, and personal growth. We are dedicated to equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of life.
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 Baldivis Secondary College can be found by visiting www.baldivissc.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 Lee Jarvinen, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9523 3600 or emailing lee.jarvinen@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;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 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, 4 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
