This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Bullsbrook College is a K-12 independent Public School servicing the community’s educational needs across the primary and secondary years. Unique to the public school system our “K– 12ness” is celebrated. We place high expectations on ourselves because by doing so we believe that we can achieve our stated vision of “Engaging our students to achieve personal success and contribute positively to our community”. We provide comprehensive education pathways leading to the attainment of an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications or future employment. This broad curriculum sees our students graduate and go on to lead successful careers.
Find out more about our school by visiting bullsbrook-college.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, outstanding leader and excellent practitioner, who has the commitment, passion and ‘can do’ attitude to assist staff to develop highly effective teaching and learning practices. In collaboration with the principal and members of the leadership team, the successful applicant will provide professional leadership in the school. The successful applicant should possess the ability to provide direction and purpose to staff, build team capacity and cohesion and promote an environment of positive quality learning experiences for all students. The role provides high level leadership support of the development, implementation and evaluation of the College’s Teaching and Learning focus, as articulated in the College Business Plan. You should exhibit effective communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop and maintain positive partnerships and to collaborate effectively with others; being prepared to work side-by-side with school leaders and teachers, to develop a culture of professional discourse and sharing about effective teaching and learning practices.
As the curriculum leader of the Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) learning Area, you will provide educational leadership to teachers within your learning area, provide up-to-date information on relevant specialist curriculum issues, line management of teachers in HASS and adhering to SCSA requirements. The successful applicant will ideally possess an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum, assessment, and reporting requirements for Years 7 to 12 in HASS. This knowledge, combined with pedagogical skills, should enable the development of programs differentiated for the specific learning needs of all students across a full range of abilities. You will also ideally use high level data literacy and monitoring processes to support all students, including those who are not performing to their full potential.
As the Program Coordinator, duties may include:
- In collaboration with the principal and members of the senior leadership team, provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision.
- Have clear goals and high expectations of the learning that will occur in classes, aligned with our Bullsbrook College Playbook and Instructional Model. This will include leading a culture of classroom observation and instructional coaching.
- A high level of interpersonal skills with a focus on enhancing a culture that works collaboratively to support student success.
- Facilitate workforce effectiveness and provides a role model for self-development to improve professional performance.
- Contribute to the development of the school plan through participative decision making, including assisting in developing policy and establishing and maintaining systems.
- Undertake administrative duties related to the area of responsibility.
- Leadership of the Year 7 student group, you will work closely with the Year Coordinator to case manage students in the areas of attendance, behaviour, and well-being.
- Leading implementation of restorative practice through the Real Schools Partnership
- Leadership of Compass across their team.
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?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Amanda Druce, Associate Principal on (08) 9278 0400 or emailing Amanda.Druce@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:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
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/SA929374
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.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 November 2024
