This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Gingin District High School (DHS) is an Independent Public School situated 85 kilometres from the CBD of Perth. Our catchment area is large – over 3000 square kilometres – and students come to school from a variety of backgrounds sometimes bringing complex social and behavioural issues to school.
We also have a record of success and innovation, leading all our students to achieve. As a teacher you will work with the leadership team to generate a positive engaged student cohort across the school.
Our school has an ethos of caring for students, and our values of Care, Respect, Try and be Responsible, denoted by the acronym CRTR (critter), guide our approach to behaviour management, student interactions and expectations. Individual student interventions are guided by specific student needs, available data, and collaboratively working towards identified outcomes. The successful applicant may be timetabled at a required level to meet the needs of students.
Find out more about our school by visiting GinGin DHS or Schools Online
The Role
Our school is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Teacher to join our school. This is a diverse and interesting position, with potential to work across the whole school. You will work with a fantastic staff who take their commitment to students seriously and are fun to work with!
You will ideally be able to demonstrate effective teaching practice, as described in the Department’s ‘Teach for Impact Strategy’ and the Gingin DHS ‘This is How We Teach and Learn’ framework. As a PBS school, our staff use PBS language consistently and show a willingness to support students at all levels of our District High School. You will be able to demonstrate flexibility, a collaborative work ethic and a professional level of resilience.
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 Kevin Brady, Principal on (08) 9575 5300 or emailing Kevin.Brady@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 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 (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/TCH921279
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 23 October 2024
