Please note as of Monday, 16 September 2024 at 11.55am the closing date of this advert has been amended.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Support Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kensington Secondary School (KSS) holds a distinctive and vital role within the WA education system, as the only stand-alone secondary education support school dedicated exclusively to young people with disabilities. At KSS, our commitment extends beyond the classroom; dedicated to equipping our students with the essential skills necessary for a successful, fulfilling, and engaged life beyond their school years.
With a new permanent Principal, KSS is focused on ensuring that our practices are not only contemporary but also forward-thinking. We are in the process of refining our curriculum to align with the Essential For Living Curriculum, with a particular emphasis on the Essential 8 skills.
These Essential 8 skills are crucial for our students, serving as the foundation for their ability to navigate everyday challenges, build meaningful relationships, and participate fully in their communities. By embedding these skills into our curriculum, we are ensuring that our students are prepared to live as independently as possible, with the confidence and capability to pursue their aspirations.
Find out more about our school by visiting kensingtonss.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
KSS is seeking passionate and skilled teachers who ideally:
- Have a deep understanding of how students with disabilities learn.
- Can develop comprehensive and engaging teaching and learning programs.
- Are experienced in working collaboratively with support teams (ie Education Assistants and therapists) to enhance the teaching and learning process.
This pool is open for teachers interested in fulfilling various roles, including:
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Alternatives to Employment Programs
- Specialist Learning Programs
- Tailored Work Programs
- Classroom teaching
Suitable applicants should possess strong interpersonal skills, enabling them to work effectively with staff members to deliver planned educational programs and implement whole-school approaches. Additionally, suitable applicants should be committed to personal growth and be open to peer coaching and mentoring as a means to enhance their performance and capacity to deliver effective teaching and learning program.
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 Jarna Wright, Principal on (08) 6436 8450 or Jarna.Wright@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) 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/TCH919073
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 20 September 2024
