This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Atwell College is a Positive Behaviour School and staff must be committed to developing genuine rapport with students and prioritising the development of a positive working environment to ensure student success. Teaching staff use Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and evidence based lesson design to create a high quality learning environment. The ability to work collaboratively and proactively in the Science team and a willingness to take on a variety of roles within the department, including developing programs, writing assessments and ensuring differentiation for students with differing abilities is crucial.
Atwell College was established in 2008 and caters for students in Years 7-12. It is an Independent Public School. The College campus is a modern and progressive government secondary school in the suburb of Atwell, south of the Perth metropolitan area, accommodating 947 students from within the Atwell College intake area including 130 Education Support with both unit and integrated education. Our combined purpose is to provide every student the opportunity to maximise their learning, achieve their potential and transition into a meaningful post school pathway in a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.atwellcollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Atwell College is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Science teacher to join the Science Team.
The successful applicant will ideally possess a comprehensive knowledge of an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) level science along with the broader science curriculum, high expectations for all students, display a commitment to excellence, use a range of pedagogies and can establish and maintain a positive and engaging classroom-learning environment.
The successful applicant will reflect and assess the effectiveness of their teaching practice using a range of data, along with classroom observations to create an environment that is supportive to learning and provides educational opportunities that cater for different student learning needs. The successful applicant will also be highly proficient in motivating and maximising the engagement of students, promoting an environment of active and positive learning that enables all students to achieve their highest potential. With highly effective interpersonal skills, suitable applicants will work closely with students, colleagues, and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students.
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 Kate Linton, Deputy Principal, on (08) 6174 2204 or emailing kate.linton@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Kate Linton on 0422569038
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 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 three (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/TCH919922
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, 14 October 2024
