This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Kalbarri District High School (DHS) is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to fill the role of Primary – Science Teacher.
Kalbarri DHS is located in the coastal town of Kalbarri, 600 km north of Perth. Kalbarri is surrounded by National Park which gives us a unique opportunity to utilise our natural environment in our curriculum. Kalbarri DHS nurtures children in Kindergarten through to young adults in Year 12.
Kalbarri DHS has a stable, experienced, high quality staff, who provide a safe and caring class environment for children whilst presenting a comprehensive and challenging curriculum. Our students have access to computers and iPads enabling them to develop independent learning, research, presentation, and coding skills, within a whole school approach to Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Find out more about our school by visiting kalbarridhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally work across the school, conducting science, digital and design technology lessons with students from Years 1 to 6. The successful applicant should be able to work independently and innovatively to provide high quality hands-on learning opportunities linked to the Western Australian Curriculum. As a leader of STEM in the school the applicant will be required to collaborate with a whole school team to promote extra-curricular activities throughout the school year. Ideally, you will be flexible and take on other roles as needed within the school and support other specialist teachers as part of a team. The successful applicant should have the ability to establish and maintain strong links with the parent body and local community to provide additional opportunities for students.
We are seeking applicants who are committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and are collegial, effective collaborators. Applicants with exemplary interpersonal acumen who forge and maintain positive, productive and trusting relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum.
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:
- Locality allowance of $1,508 a year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- 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 Stuart Teasdale, Principal on (08) 9936 4800 or emailing Stuart.Teasdale2@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Stuart Teasdale on 0413 886 871
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 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: SS/TCH916258
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 Friday, 27 September 2024.
