Baynton West Primary School (PS) are seeking to establish a pool of dedicated and passionate Primary Teachers (Years P-6) for appointments to permanent, fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2025 school year.
The Role
We are looking for committed teachers to join our unique and highly successful team of teaching professionals. The suitable applicants ideally will possess a strong knowledge of high impact teaching strategies specifically in high impact instruction and coaching as well as the ability to understand and use student and whole school performance data effectively to inform planning and differentiation across all year levels.
The suitable applicants will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be a highly effective classroom teacher and be capable of engaging and motivating students to achieve their academic, social and emotional potential. Personal growth is a critical element for professional success in our culture and suitable applicants will be committed to ongoing professional development to ensue adherence to school priorities and direction.
The School
As a teacher at our school, you will have a passion for high impact teaching; have highly developed organisation and interpersonal skills, a thirst for student achievement and a willingness to inspire learning in others. Baynton West PS has very high expectations of student effort and teacher efficacy. The school has developed a strong culture of classroom observation, coaching and collaborative teams to achieve high standards in both individual and whole school performances. Suitable applicants will desirably have the aptitude for this philosophy and embrace the highly developed pedagogical practices of the school.
At Baynton West PS our goal is to raise the academic and non-academic standards of our students. Suitable applicants will have high levels of teamwork, engagement with the Western Australian Curriculum and a willingness to work collaboratively. We are looking for applicants who possess well developed interpersonal skills, and who are creative and innovative thinkers.
At Baynton West PS, we are aspiring towards being a culturally responsive community, embracing the diverse backgrounds of our students and families. Our school sits on the traditional lands of the Ngarluma people, and we honour their enduring connection to country. We integrate Indigenous perspectives into our teaching, fostering respect and understanding for the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal culture and people.
We are a high-performing regional school with a strong vision which encompasses the concept that children are the heart of the school; each child and their family is integral to the school community and the motto of 'growth and inspiration' relates to each child being supported to reach their potential, in partnership with the school, their families and the wider community.
Our school staff are committed to building positive relationships, with the motivation to pursue excellence. Our dedicated and professional teachers maintain an environment which supports each child every day to achieve their personal best. Staff employ evidence-based strategies within a defined whole-school approach to maximise the effect they have on student learning. In addition, we constantly aim to deliver the highest standards of pastoral care and support services in order to enable our students to thrive.
Applicants are encouraged to read the information in the Business Plan attached at the bottom of the advert thoroughly prior to starting their application.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.bwps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
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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 $4 273 per 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
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Following the registration of the new School Education Act Employees’ (Teachers and Administrators) General Agreement 2023, please be aware that some allowance rates may change.
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 Lisa Ledger, Principal, on (08) 9187 6200 or emailing Lisa.Ledger@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 two (2) 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/TCH927243
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 1 November 2024