Please note: As of Tuesday 29 October, the wording of this advertisement has been modified.
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
At South Ballajura Primary School (PS), our students are at the heart of everything we do. We know that primary education only takes 8 years, but lasts a lifetime. Together, we all strive to:
- make a difference in the lives of all students;
- commit to reducing the gap between high and low achievers within our school;
- transform the working and learning conditions of our teachers so that growth, commitment, engagement, and the constant spawning of leadership is being fostered
Our students come from diverse cultural backgrounds; with the majority of students having a language background other than English. We also co-share our site with the South Ballajura Education Support Centre and are committed to continuing to strengthen our partnership as South Ballajura Schools now and into the future.
Find out more about our school by visiting southballajuraps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Our school has recently undergone a consultation period with our students, staff and community. The successful applicant will be the inaugural Auslan teacher for South Ballajura PS.
We seek motivated applicants with an in depth understanding of the Western Australian Languages Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices to support second language learning. Applicants should be appropriately qualified and experienced in teaching Auslan, with an appreciative understanding of deaf culture and respectful connections to the deaf community being highly regarded.
Ideally you will exhibit exemplary teaching skills, with a strong motivation to excel, and a commitment to delivering best practices. The capacity to excel in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth is highly valued.
As a member of our team, you would leverage high-impact teaching strategies and showcase experience in designing and delivering engaging programs. An understanding of differentiation to meet diverse student needs is highly valued, along with proficiency in utilising various assessment tools to inform progress, provide constructive feedback, and guide future classroom planning.
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 Merwan Kassem, on 08 9207 0100 or Merwan.Kassem@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: SS/TCH929141
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 11 November 2024
