This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Swanbourne Primary School (PS) has a rich history and reputation as a forward-thinking, progressive school with a firm focus on 'High Performance - High Care'. 'STRIVE' is our mindset for building a strong and vibrant school culture that reflects Success, Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Vision and Excellence. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and valuing the ideas and support of others. Building positive and productive relationships and partnerships and the need to work together as a caring and supportive team with our stakeholders is very important to us.
Find out more about our school by visiting swanbourneprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Swanbourne PS is seeking a primary teacher to join their friendly team. The successful applicant should be committed to the whole school’s philosophy as well as being team players who are committed to building positive and professional relationships with all staff. We are looking for applicants who use a range of contemporary strategies to deliver the WA Curriculum. Applicants who believe in enhancing students learning opportunities through integrated digital technology are highly desirable.
Applicants should have the confidence to innovate and be willing and able to move across year levels and learning phases, over time. The ability to differentiate the curriculum for all students on a daily basis and the ability to use data to inform and monitor classroom practice is highly desirable. The successful applicant should be a flexible, team players and possess exceptional lesson delivery strategies. They should be committed to putting students first in decision-making and undertake the hard work that is inherent in adhering to a whole school approach.
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 David Knox, Principal on (08) 925 5300 or David.Knox@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact David Knox on 0415 045 110
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 five (5) 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/TCH917829
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 Monday, 7 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.
