Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH865160
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13,730 per year
- Locality allowance of $166 a year
- Attraction and Retention Incentive of $17,000 see info below
- 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
Teachers and school administrators employed at Mullewa District High School in 2024 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $17,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
About the role
This role provides a unique opportunity to improve learning outcomes for Aboriginal students at Mullewa District High School (DHS). The successful applicant will work with a supportive team of colleagues and support staff. Mullewa DHS is a part of the Closing the Gap commonwealth program in partnership with MultiLit. As such you will be supported with implementing InitiaLit as a whole school intervention strategy through professional learning and resources. We are a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school provide other Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs. You will be supported to implement SEL programs that are a school wide strategy.
The Ideal Teacher
We are looking for someone who has an outstanding knowledge and skill set to work with Aboriginal students. You will ideally be willing to implement school-based initiatives such as high impact teaching and use a PBS approach. Good knowledge of classroom management strategies is beneficial. You will be required to implement school based social emotional learning programs.
The applicant will ideally develop positive relationships with students and their families and improve classroom attendance and engagement in learning using the Western Australian curriculum. You will be required to plan, teach, and assess students’ learning with a focus on English and Mathematics. We prefer teachers willing to implement high impact teaching strategies as well as evidence based direct instruction programs. We are looking for someone who is well planned and flexible when the need arises.
Our School
Our vision is ‘to have every student at school every day in every classroom. Our moral purpose is to support the social and emotional skill development of our students, so we can narrow the gap and raise the academic bar in a safe and positive school. Being Safe, Being Respectful and Being Solid are the expectations our school is proud to hold.
Mullewa DHS has a predominately Aboriginal student population. Our students are creative, athletic, caring, and proud of their Aboriginal heritage and families. The school celebrates the uniqueness of our students, their Aboriginality, their competitive nature towards learning and sporting activities as well as their creative and artistic skills. There are a number of students who have low school attendance, high transiency rates, imputed disabilities, cultural obligations and some who require support to self-regulate their emotions.
Our outstanding team of teachers, Aboriginal education workers and experienced education assistants provide engaging classes and programs for our students from Kindergarten through to Year 12.
The school has a strong focus on positive behaviour supports catering for student’s wellbeing. The school is creating purposeful programs to provide clear career pathways for our secondary students.
Our positive and challenging teaching programs allow all students to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become confident independent learners. We offer specialty subjects including art, physical education, CADETS, and the Shooting Stars Netball Academy.
The Location and Community
Mullewa is located only 99 kilometres east-northeast of Geraldton. Mullewa is a diverse and resilient community, rich in both natural and cultural heritage. Mullewa has a swimming pool, Recreation Centre with a small gym, doctors’ surgery, hospital, two service stations - one with a mechanic, a food store, and three art galleries. Living within an hour’s drive to the city of Geraldton you can enjoy shopping, beaches, and other social activities. Mullewa is the gateway to the Murchison and some amazing wildflowers in the right season.
For more information about Mullewa visit here
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Mullewa District High School can be found by visiting Schools Online
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Nicki Patterson, Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Mullewa, by telephoning (08) 9961 2600 or emailing Nicki.Patterson@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 two (2) 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 (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.
- 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, 8 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
