Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH864973
Appointment Pool
Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) are seeking to establish a pool for Teachers – Instrumental Music – Percussion/Drumkit for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year.
Suitable applicants will desirably possess a high level of teaching and performance competence of percussion/drumkit teaching.
We are looking for candidates who adopt a flexible approach to their working day and who will embrace the opportunity to work within a variety of environments. Suitable applicants should be required to teach in small groups, a range of students from Year 5 to Year 12 in a variety of schools within Western Australia. As a Percussion/Drumkit teacher, you may be expected to conduct ensembles in the schools in which you work. You should be responsible for negotiating your own timetable with the schools in your allocation.
There is a particularly close collegial relationship amongst staff that allows for significant professional growth as a teacher and musician. Teachers working for this service will join a passionate and committed team of educators who are highly skilled in music performance as well as music education. Regular professional development and networking is a priority for employees.
IMSS is a large service provider which works across metropolitan and country primary and secondary schools, providing instrumental instruction to students from Year 3 to Year 12. In addition to weekly small group instrumental lessons, students have opportunities to participate in enrichment music activities which combine students working collaboratively across year levels and with students from other schools.
Our vision at IMSS is to provide a rich environment where students have opportunities and pathways for inspiration, success in music and personal excellence. Our mission involves providing high quality instrumental teaching, diverse and stimulating performance and extension opportunities, a comprehensive resource centre and an instrumental loans and maintenance service so every student can achieve to their full potential.
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 Instrumental Music School Services can be found by visiting education.wa.edu.au/instrumental-music or Schools Online
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job-related information:
Please contact Nicole Turner, Associate Principal by telephoning (08) 9338 9500 or emailing Nicole.Turner@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 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;
- 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 Wednesday, 6 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
