John Butler Primary College (PC) are seeking to establish a pool of Primary 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.
John Butler PC, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, is in the northern suburb of Butler. Opening in 2014, the college is of a modern and contemporary design, including purpose-built specialist facilities for students with disability. The innovative college model, which integrates a regular Primary Education Program and a dedicated Education Support Program for students with disability in one school, provides an inclusive and tailored learning experience to support students of all abilities to achieve their personal best.
At John Butler PC, our professional and committed staff are dedicated to tailoring teaching to the needs of every student. Our inclusive curriculum and innovative continuum of educational options support students of all abilities to thrive and achieve in our regular primary classes, our education support classes and in our Specialist Transition Education Program Class (STEP). Suitable applicants will be able to effectively differentiate teaching to create inclusive learning opportunities. They will also be willing to work with students of all abilities across the school if required. Staff at John Butler PC benefit from professional learning and the experience of working with students with a range of abilities and needs.
Find out more about our school by visiting John Butler Primary College or Schools Online
The Role
The opportunity to become a member of the highly collaborative and vibrant learning community at John Butler PC awaits suitable applicants. Suitable applicants will ideally be able to build productive relationships and to communicate positively with students, parents, and the whole community. They will ideally have initiative and the drive to improve student outcomes. Applicants should be open to, and committed to ongoing learning to develop professionally, and have experience of using evidence-based research methods to ensure best practice. Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills that will enhance effective learning are highly desirable. Suitable applicants should ideally be highly motivated and committed to raising literacy and numeracy achievement, as well as social and emotional skills, through the effective use of whole-school approaches and explicit teaching. We are also seeking applicants who may be able to display their leadership capacity in these areas.
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 Alan Kelly, Principal on (08) 9562 9850 or emailing Alan.Kelly@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 four (4) 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 four (4) 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/TCH929403
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 November 2024