Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA871082
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024
Ballajura Community College (CC) is seeking to appoint a Head of Department – Technologies with the dedication and drive to develop a culture of excellence in teaching and learning in secondary technologies.
The successful candidate will become an integral part of our dedicated senior leadership team, collaborating with staff, students, and the broader school community to provide educational leadership. This role involves developing and promoting the school's vision and strategic direction. As the Head of Department – Technologies, you will lead a diverse team of teachers across various contexts. Your focus will be on solutions, and you'll play a crucial role in developing your team through curriculum leadership and collaborative efforts to ensure high-quality teaching meets the diverse needs of all students. Your responsibilities will encompass coordinating the planning, teaching, learning, and monitoring of students within the Technologies learning area. Additionally, fostering staff improvement and aligning practices with the school's pedagogy are essential aspects of this role. Ideally you will work to enhance staff capacity in teaching and learning, contributing to the development of a professional learning culture among the staff.
The ideal candidate will be an accomplished classroom practitioner, demonstrating expertise in their subject and a genuine passion for it. They should possess the ability to cultivate a culture of excellence across Technologies that caters to the diverse needs of all students. Familiarity with the Western Australian Technologies Curriculum is preferred. Strong candidates will exhibit exceptional communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with students, staff, parents, industry partners, and community members. An understanding of Vocational Education Training (VET) pathways, coupled with a Cert IV in Training and Assessment, will be highly regarded for this position.
Ballajura CC stands as one of the largest providers of Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses in the North East Metropolitan Region. Committed to delivering a high-quality educational experience, our college offers a range of flexible programs tailored to accommodate the diverse interests, needs, and abilities of all students.
As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Ballajura CC offers a variety of certificate courses that complement students' WACE courses of study. The demand for these courses is on the rise, with many students choosing to complete a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certification qualification as part of their WACE. Additionally, we provide an alternative program pathway, ACCESS, which has demonstrated outstanding success in engaging young people in education.
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 Ballajura Community College can be found by visiting Ballajura Community College or Schools Online.
For further job related information:
Please contact Kasun Tennakoon, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9262 7777 or emailing Kasun.Tennakoon@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 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 and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- Hold a recognised teaching qualification and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
- 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 Tuesday, 12 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
