Please note: The vacancy commencement date for this pool has been amended to Term 1, 2025.
Durham Road School are seeking to establish a pool of Education Support Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Our educational focus is on delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences using evidence based, best practice strategies.
The geographical intake area is between the four corners of Bullsbrook, Ellenbrook, Chidlow and Maylands.
Durham Road School class sizes are small, with specialist teachers and education assistants across all phases of schooling. We provide a targeted, differentiated curriculum based on the Western Australian Curriculum including Abilities Based Learning - Western Australia (ABLEWA), combined with a rich social environment designed to meet the individual learning needs of each child.
Find out more about our school by visiting Durham Road School or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants should display an understanding of evidence-based practice and specialist Education Support pedagogy. We are seeking applicants in all phases of schooling, and innovative DOTT provision. Our large teaching staff is diverse and consists of graduate to lead teachers. We are leaders in staff development and provide comprehensive support to build the skills and capacity of staff.
Applications from graduate teachers are encouraged.
Teachers who are proficient in Early Intervention, Balanced Literacy, Functional Numeracy, Alternative Augmentative Communication strategies, Functional Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support, Protective Behaviours, Social Skills, Independent Living Skills, Workplace Learning and preparation for life post-school are encouraged to apply.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Simon Hume, Deputy Principal on (08) 9238 0900 or emailing simon.hume@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
- Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH916467
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 September 2024
