This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Australind Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a committed Mathematics Teacher to join their high-quality regional school.
Australind SHS is located north of the highly desirable location of Bunbury with easy access to the wider Southwest region. In addition to being the largest Independent Public School in the South West region of Western Australia, we are are also one of the most successful, with a strong history of outstanding success for our students in both ATAR and Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways.
The school has a student population of 1200 which creates many opportunities for students and staff. We are committed to continuous improvement in teaching and learning through reflective practice with a focus on Quality Teaching and Learning, as detailed in our business plan. Our excellent Public School Review demonstrates the success of our teachers and students.
At Australind SHS, as a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school, the care we offer each and every student defines our purpose. We have a rigorous student services and wellbeing program which has been set up to ensure all our students are well cared for socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.
The Location and Community
The Australind community is widespread and diverse with 600 of the 1200 students attending school by bus each day from Harvey, Brunswick Junction, Binningup and a range of other localities within the Harvey Shire. We have a dedicated School Board which supports our tradition of wearing full school uniform and the school ethos of 'Through Endeavour, Success'.
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Find out more about our school by visiting Australind Senior High School, Schools Online or watching the video below.
The Role
Are you a teacher who can awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge?
Australind SHS is seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Mathematics teacher who is responsive to change and is willing to support an inclusive education, catering for a variety of learning styles across Year 7 to Year 12 Mathematics courses. There is a particular opportunity for the successful applicant to teach ATAR courses if suitably qualified.
We are seeking a passionate, dedicated Mathematics teacher with a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the following:
- Plan, teach and deliver to classes in both Lower and Senior School
- Create and design face-to-face lessons with clear learning objectives and outcomes
- Use existing learning materials and develop your own as required
- Document and maintain assessment results in accordance with policies and procedures
- Evaluate and monitor student learning and course progress
- Play a role in student consultations, assessment grading and moderation
- Create an interactive and positive learning environment for students.
The successful applicant should possess the professional knowledge, understanding and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant Mathematics curriculum through a variety of programs that are relevant to Year 7 to Year 10 students' needs. The interest and ability to teach relevant General and ATAR courses would be a relevant skill set. You will be able to display teaching and learning strategies that support the development of sound numeracy practice within the classroom.
Graduate teachers and teachers with upper primary school experience with an interest in teaching in our Year 7 program are also encouraged to apply.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- Free relocation
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
Mobility appointments for permanent, metropolitan and south west teachers
Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.
Find out if you are eligible on IKON.
*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Phil Kirk, Head of Learning Area - Mathematics on (08) 9797 4400 or Philip.Kirk@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 (2) 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 five (5) 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/TCH923510
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, 28 October 2024
