This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Located in Banksia Grove, just 27 km from Perth CBD, Joseph Banks Secondary College (SC) is an Independent Public School catering to students from Years 7-12. Our vision is to create a culture of excellence, innovation, and opportunity, ensuring every student receives individual attention and support. We are committed to developing literate, numerate, and curious learners through a broad-based 21st Century curriculum.
As a developing and growing College, we were successful in our application to become a STEM TDS school when the initiative was launched through the Department of Education in 2016. Our leadership in STEM has continued, and the College has created partnerships with the CoRE Learning Foundation and the international P-Tech program to foster student pathways in this area. Joseph Banks SC is the Northern Perth P-Tech specialising in Cybersecurity, offering students opportunities for tertiary pathways to both TAFE and University.
The College established SciScope, a program for students from local primary schools aimed at developing our primary students as young scientists. To further develop our STEM strategy, we are now close to opening the Western Australian Space Science Education Centre.
The focus of our work at Joseph Banks SC is on quality teaching and providing the widest range of opportunities for the young people who attend our college. We are developing the school as a centre for best practice in teacher development and student achievement. Programs range from support initiatives, like our Learning Hub for ASD students, through to extension and challenge for students who are academically gifted.
Find out more about our school by visiting Joseph Banks Secondary College or Schools Online
The Role
Are you a passionate educator of Physics? Joseph Banks Secondary College (SC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Physics Teacher to join our collaborative team. If you have a passion for engaging students and fostering a deep understanding of Physics, we want you! Our physics program includes courses in Year 10, and multiple Senior School classes of General Physics as well as ATAR Physics. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results in this subject, and in 2025 we have full classes of students taking the course in Years 11 and 12.
Why Work with Us?
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and professional growth.
- Engaging Curriculum: Provide students with purposeful and engaging learning experiences that develop their appreciation of Physics.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Teach in a modern school with excellent resources and facilities, including the new West Australian Space Science Education Centre (WASSEC).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth through professional conversations, professional learning, and shared practices.
What We Offer:
- High Expectations and Excellence: We strive for excellence in teaching and learning, using a range of pedagogies to maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment.
- Innovative Teaching Strategies: Utilise a repertoire of teaching strategies, including cooperative learning and ICT-based methods, to engage students.
- Diverse Curriculum: Teach Physics ATAR and General courses, catering to students of varying abilities in Science across Years 7-12.
- Community Impact: Contribute to a vibrant culture of excellence, innovation, and success for students, staff, and the community.
We are looking for:
- Passionate Educators: Dedicated to providing engaging and purposeful learning experiences.
- Innovative Practitioners: Motivated to implement creative teaching strategies and integrate new technologies.
- Collaborative Team Players: Eager to work in a team-oriented environment and share best practices.
- Knowledgeable Instructors: Who have a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum and ability to teach diverse student abilities.
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.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Eleanor Hughes, Principal on (08) 9303 7400 or emailing Eleanor.Hughes@education.wa.edu.au
Eleanor Hughes on 0439682763 during school holidays.
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) 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 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/TCH918183
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday 11 October 2024
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