Please be advised, as of 10.10am on Tuesday, 10 September 2024 the closing date for this advert has changed.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Kelmscott Senior High School (SHS) is going through an exciting period of positive growth, change and innovation, and this is an exciting opportunity to drive this change. We offer Department of Education endorsed Specialist Programs in Agriculture and Music, Gifted & Talented Secondary Selective Entrance Program and a range of Kelmscott academic programs in Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities & Social Sciences. Kelmscott SHS has a proud reputation of promoting students to be active citizens at the local, state, national and international levels. Students at our school have a diversity of ethnic backgrounds and we celebrate this diversity as a proud Independent Public School.
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The Role
Are you an exemplary, reflective teacher who promotes active learning and has high expectations of students? Do you possess a growth mindset and are ready to take on new challenges?
Kelmscott SHS is expanding their Media Production and Visual Arts courses in senior school and we are now seeking a dedicated Media/ Visual Arts teacher to join our flourishing school.
We are seeking a suitably qualified teacher experienced in the delivering of the Year 7-12 Media Production Analysis. You should have the capacity to plan, deliver and monitor students in this context and possess the flexibility to teach Visual Arts. We are seeking a range of applicants including graduate or experienced staff. You should ideally have a sound understanding of the developmental needs of students at all phases of the Western Australian Curriculum and be skilled in differentiating the curriculum to meet the academic needs of all learners. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment will be highly regarded, as well as a willingness to engage in professional learning and liaise with colleagues, parents, and external networks.
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 Julie-Ann Ogilvie, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9495 7455 or emailing julie-ann.ogilvie@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 four (4) 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/TCH917237
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 Thursday, 19 September 2024
