Exmouth District High School (DHS) is an Independent Public School (IPS) seeking to establish a pool of dedicated, highly competent, and enthusiastic Secondary English teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Suitable applicants should be committed to promoting and fostering student engagement and academic achievement in a supportive environment where success is celebrated. They should idealy show high standards of professionalism and will embrace opportunities for collaboration within the Exmouth Community.
Find out more about our school by visiting exmouthdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Exmouth DHS is seeking vibrant, innovative, and dedicated English teachers who are culturally responsive and aware, willing to embed high-quality teaching and learning into their classroom practices while value-adding to our existing programs.
The school is committed to appointing staff who are the right fit for our school and community. We have a strong commitment to delivering high-quality learning experiences. As such, suitable applicants will require a deep knowledge of the Year 7 to 12 English curriculum, experience in planning and delivering programs for a range of student’s capabilities, and actively supporting the school's commitment to whole school consistent programs. ATAR experience would be desirable.
Suitable applicants should ideally have a strong knowledge of highly effective teaching strategies specifically in explicit instruction (EI), and a desire to work with the high-impact teaching team to develop their skills in explicit teaching. Suitable applicants should ideally have an ability to understand and use student and whole school performance data effectively to inform planning and differentiation across all year levels.
With effective interpersonal skills, the suitable applicants will work closely with students, colleagues, and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students. Ideally, suitable applicants will challenge and confront complex and conventional practices to provide successful outcomes for students, and continually reflect on their own practices to enhance performance.
As a suitable applicant, you will ideally be highly motivated; student and relationship-focused focused, and able to provide engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences. You should utilise innovative initiatives and work effectively within a dynamic team. This involves you reflecting and assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice and cultivating a safe learning environment. working closely with students, teachers, and the community to instil rigour, resilience, and pride, allowing students to achieve their full potential.
Suitable candidates will thrive in a small community and possess the independence and resilience to work effectively on their own when required. Living and working in a community like Exmouth requires a willingness to build strong connections and contribute positively both within and outside the classroom. Additionally, the teacher may need to have skills in building relationships with similar schools to create moderation opportunities.
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:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 per year
- Locality allowance of $3,469 a year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details
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 Lucas Plummer Principal on 9947 8888 or emailing Lucas.plummer@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
- Compete 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 (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/TCH922362
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 28 October 2024
