This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Shorehaven Primary School (SPS) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our Primary team in delivering a high quality of education to all students.
SPS is located at the northern tip of Alkimos and will have a catchment area that will include students from the Shorehaven, Amberton Beach and Alkimos Vista estates.
Our student numbers continue to grow in line with the rapid development of our local intake estates of Shorehaven, Amberton Beach and Alkimos Vista. Being the first primary school of its kind in Western Australia, students have access to amazing facilities that include two double storey teaching blocks, a large undercover area, and sweeping open spaces for our students to play in.
Our positive, safe, and inclusive environment is based on a code of conduct developed by foundation parents, staff and students.
Our teachers have had access to professional learning sessions from some of Australia's leading educators. We continue to strengthen our whole school practices in our never-ending aim for outstanding student performance in the areas of Maths and English. Shorehaven PS also offers students specialist teaching in the areas of Science, Physical Education, Performing and Visual Arts. Our students are also studying Auslan as their second language.
Find out more about our school by visiting SPS or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will be expected to help build on a school environment that is positive, safe and instructionally focused whilst providing an engaging classroom environment which is personalised to support the success of each and every learner. The applicant will ideally possess the skills required to build and then maintain productive relationships with all members of the school community.
Applicants should be able to provide examples of outstanding pedagogy and knowledge of contemporary whole-school practices which are applicable to any Primary classroom. Evidence of a commitment towards collaborative practices encompassing the whole teaching, learning and assessment cycle would benefit applications.
SPS is using a whole-school positive behaviour approach as a base for its code of conduct. Whilst knowledge of the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model is not essential, strong behaviour management skills will be highly regarded to help develop a positive school culture. Equally regarded will be applicant’s ability to use Information Communication Technology (ICT) to both enhance learning and communication.
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 David Hall, Principal on (08) 9561 4800 or david.hall2@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/TCH931298
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 Tuesday, 19 November 2024
