Suitable applicants from vacancy IPS/TCH843502 need not apply
We are seeking to establish a pool of K - 6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Beaconsfield Primary School (PS) is a unique Independent Public School, comprising of a mainstream component, Intensive English Centre and Rottnest Island Campus. The school embraces a cosmopolitan and diverse community of students and families characterised by a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The vibrant and committed community is actively involved in the school. A child’s journey through our school will include engagement in a balanced curriculum and quality teaching in a nurturing, safe and supportive environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting beaconsfieldps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants should be highly skilled and motivated educators who are prepared to align and commit to the ethos of continuous improvement across all areas of the school. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are child focused and have high expectations of student achievement and collective teacher efficacy. The ability to collaborate is highly desirable, as is the capacity to form professional and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. Therefore, suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Suitable applicants should be committed to Beaconsfield PS whole school approaches and have an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian curriculum. Teachers who can display exemplary practice in Literacy and Numeracy are strongly encouraged to apply. High quality explicit teaching practices are the foundation of our approach, and suitable applicants should have the ability to provide engaging experiences for their students through similar practice. The ability to develop high quality learning programs that effectively differentiate learning to support and extend students’ needs is highly regarded, as is the ability to provide timely and effective student feedback. We are looking for teachers who are self-reflective and continually monitor the impact of teaching and learning in the classroom through the ongoing, rigorous analysis of student data.
As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school, Beaconsfield PS staff provide a safe, caring supportive environment, and value quality partnerships and positive relationships. The commitment to developing a positive school culture that puts students first and supports their social, emotional, behavioural and academic needs, is highly desirable..
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 Anthony Edwards, Principal, on (08) 9432 1000 or emailing anthony.edwards2@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 two (2) 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/TCH917404
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 September 2024
