This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Narrogin Primary School (PS) is seeking Teacher - Health and Physical Education to join our regional school.
Narrogin PS is located within the Wheatbelt South regional centre of Gnarojin, Narrogin, on Wilman Boodjar, boasting a population of 5,000 people. Our school has strong established partnerships with the local community and organisations. There is an emphasis on pastoral care and health and wellbeing for staff and students.
Ideally, the successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills within school and the community. In addition, be able to display skills in teaching Physical Education such as Fundamental Movement Skills and Health. The successful applicant should possess positive and effective Behaviour Management skills and have relevant knowledge of current curriculum requirements. Practical experience and examples are preferred.
The successful applicant may have other areas of student focussed responsibility.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.narroginprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
This role will suit someone who is highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting, culturally responsive learning experiences to ignite a desire to learn in students. The applicant will develop student skills to build resilience and challenge self while working with others.
- Deliver engaging and effective Health and Physical Education lessons across various year levels.
- Engage in reflective practices to continuously improve your teaching strategies and student outcomes.
- Promote a healthy, active lifestyle among students through both skills-based and practical lessons.
- Work collaboratively with your colleagues to develop, review, and refine the Health and Physical Education curriculum, ensuring it meets the needs of all students.
- Organise and/ or host cross school events.
Additional responsibilities will include a time allocation to coordinate:
- school carnivals (with assistance from current staff)
- lunch time sporting activities
What We’re Looking for: A passionate educator who:
- Is committed to fostering strong relationships with students and promoting a culture of health and fitness.
- Brings a deep knowledge of health and physical education, staying updated with the latest trends and developments in the field.
- Is enthusiastic, innovative, and capable of engaging students across a diverse range of abilities.
- Has high expectations for all students and a commitment to creating purposeful, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences.
- Is a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is dedicated to contributing to a strong professional learning community.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Country Teaching Program (CTP) Allowance of $8,020
- 11.5 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
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
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.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Eloisa Goss, Principal on 9882 1700 or emailing eloisa.goss@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
- Compete 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 two (2) 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/TCH916854
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 September 2024
