Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH868238
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024
Join our team in providing an empowering environment for life-long learning!
Wagin District High School (DHS) is seeking a Science Teacher to join their high quality regional school.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 per year
- 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
About the role
The successful applicant will ideally be a conscientious, flexible and innovative teacher who is committed to the development of the whole child. You will ideally be actively involved both within the school and wider community, highly reflective of your teaching practices and committed to evidence-based decision making and differentiation.. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a willingness to collaborate with colleagues, parents and external networks to establish strong community partnerships are highly regarded.
The successful applicant should be motivated, possess the ability to teach secondary Science from years 7 to 10 and will be knowledgeable of the Western Australian Curriculum. As the Science Teacher you will deliver a differentiated curriculum which meets the needs of all students and have an expectation that all students can reach their potential. You should be a teacher who aspires for academic excellence and is committed to high quality teaching and learning.
You should build positive relationships with students and be passionate about creating positive futures for students. The ability to deliver a second subject area in Maths, Humanities and Social Sciences or English is highly regarded as would be the willingness to teach science at a primary level.
Our school
At Wagin DHS our goal is to provide an empowering environment for life-long learning. Our school provides educational opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Year 10. We aim to support our students to fully engage with their learning through fostering respectful and understanding relationships between students, staff and families. Our school motto of 'Aim High' encourages the entire Wagin DHS community to continually strive to do our best.
The school's facilities include an upgraded Home Economics kitchen and classroom, a modern and vibrant library, Kitchen Garden with outdoor classroom space, purpose-built Design and Technology area, upgraded Science laboratory, an excellent Nature Play space and welcoming classrooms. In 2024 we will have a Science lab refurbished in our Primary area.
We acknowledge the differing circumstances and needs of our students and are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for everyone. Our school offers small class sizes with passionate staff offering a wide variety of educational opportunities, subjects and courses including Science, Mathematics, English, Humanities and Social Sciences, Home Economics, Art, Information Technology, Design and Technology, Health and Physical Education.
The location and community
Just under three hours' drive south east of Perth and two and a half hours west of Bunbury, Wagin is a Wheatbelt farming hub, with a thriving Merino stud industry and rich early-settler heritage. All year round, you can visit Marroblie Bird Place to admire native birdlife and other fauna. Or hit the 10.5 kilometre Wait-Jen Trail that meanders past four lakes on the Coblinine River, with interpretive signs providing a window into local Nyoongar culture, flora and fauna.
For more information about Wagin visit Destination Wagin
In the first instance, only applicants with teaching qualifications will be considered. Where there are no suitable applicants with teaching qualifications, applicants without teaching qualifications may be considered.
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 Wagin District High School can be found by visiting www.wagindhs.wa.edu.au or 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 Amber Ward, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Wagin, by telephoning (08) 9861 3200 or emailing Amber.Ward@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 two (2) 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; 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, 13 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
