Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH893570
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension.
Ballajura Primary School (PS) is seeking a passionate educator who ideally displays a strong knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and confidence in providing an engaging education with a focus on maximising potential, guided by the desire to consistently seek to improve student learning. The successful applicant should have a high level of understanding of the SCSA Judging Standards, Elastik and delivery of explicit teaching techniques, where data drives whole school pedagogies practices and programs which are used to maximum impact on student learning.
The successful applicant will ideally be a highly motivated, energetic, team-focussed, and student-centred person that promotes, builds, and maintains professional relationships. They should display excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills. Our school has a very positive culture in the manner it supports staff and students. We utilise a team orientated approach to provide positive outcomes.
The capacity to work as an active and effective member of a collaborative team by sharing experiences and resources is highly desirable. Responding to feedback and displaying an ongoing commitment to professional development, coaching, and being able to work collaboratively to promote student learning and wellbeing is a high priority. The ability to integrate digital tools (Ipads) into the learning program is considered valuable.
At Ballajura PS, our motto is - inspire, participate, learn, and succeed. These four words encapsulate our collective desire to realise every child's passions and dreams and we are dedicated to ensuring every child reaches their social, emotional, and academic potential.
We have high expectations of ourselves and believe every child matters every day. Alongside academic performance, we focus on developing the social capacities and emotional resilience of our students.
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 Ballajura Primary School can be found by visiting ballajuraps.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 Leigh Summers, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 9338 2200 or emailing Leigh.Summers@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 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:
- 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
- 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 Monday, 13 May 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.