We are seeking to establish a pool of 
K-6 teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Located in the heart of a picturesque community, Ellenbrook Primary School (PS) is known for its exceptional working environment. Our school boasts a strong collaborative team, beautiful surrounds, and a dedicated administrative team committed to supporting all staff. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere where both students and educators can thrive.
In 2025, Ellenbrook PS will be opening an Intensive English Centre. Applicants with experience in English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) with the capacity to develop culturally safe environments and teaching and learning opportunities, will also be considered for this Teacher Pool. Our school community includes families of different backgrounds and cultures, many from overseas where English is not the first language or dialect spoken at home.
Find out more about our school by visiting ellenbrookps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are recruiting teachers with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills who can build effective relationships and promote strong partnerships to ensure positive outcomes for students. With relationships central to the work we do, teachers at Ellenbrook Primary School should work together to engage all children, families and stakeholders when building a community of learners.
Suitable applicants should be responsible for ensuring the planning, implementation and assessing of whole school evidence-based programs and mandated explicit instruction pedagogy that drives our quality teaching agenda. Teachers at Ellenbrook PS engage in delivering evidenced based pedagogy and reflective assessment practices that support high inclusivity, high progress and high achievement outcomes for our students. Strong knowledge and experience in the Science of Learning, visible learning and high impact teaching strategies are considered favourable. Current programs delivered at Ellenbrook PS include Prime Maths, Spelling Mastery, Elementary Maths Mastery, Talk for Writing, Core Knowledge/ Literacy Units, Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) and Heggerty.
Applicants should display their ability to work collaboratively in teams to meet the targets and milestones set out in the School Business Plan. A culture of collaboration and support ensures staff work together in phases of learning and curriculum teams to achieve our vision. Applicants with contextual curriculum leadership experiences that can add value to our distributed leadership and empowerment model are encouraged to apply. Suitable applicants should also be willing to engage in Instructional Coaching and contribute to our strong feedback culture.
Suitable applicants should ensure that student success, engagement and well-being sit at the heart of everything they do. They will ideally prioritise developing positive relationships to ensure a genuine sense of belonging and trust and will uphold high expectations for both them and their students.
Teachers at Ellenbrook Primary School value personal excellence, respect diversity, and promote an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment.
Classrooms at Ellenbrook PS shall be appealing and welcoming, promoting a positive classroom tone. Clear routines and structures will be established, ensuring every student knows what is expected of them. Strong communication between the school, parents, families, and the wider community is essential. Regular assessment and evaluation, through checking for understanding and quality feedback, shall ensure data-driven decisions are made to progress student learning via authentic and rich learning tasks which allow students to deepen their understanding of mastered skills.
While literacy and numeracy are priority areas, other learning areas shall be interwoven to ensure students receive a holistic, well-balanced education. To support learning, daily reviews built around concepts of the Cognitive Load Theory will be utilised. Digital technologies and STEM learning shall be embedded within key learning areas to promote learning. Differentiation and enrichment will ensure every child has access to work at their level and the best opportunities to be successful.
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 Danielle Lloyd, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9297 7300 or emailing Danielle.Lloyd@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Danielle Lloyd via email on Danielle.Lloyd@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 four (4) page’s, 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/TCH917678
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 8 October 2024
Please note that Jobs WA will be unavailable from 5pm on Friday 27 September to 10pm on Sunday 29 September 2024 (AWST) due to scheduled maintenance. Applicants will not be able to submit job applications over the maintenance period.
