Are you a dynamic, innovative, and culturally responsive leader?
Are you passionate about engaging and inspiring students in language learning?
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
The Role
The School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) is seeking a dedicated, strategic thinker who is culturally sensitive and committed to achieving the best educational outcomes for all students, as Head of Learning Area (HOLA) Languages. SIDE currently delivers Kindergarten to Year 12 (K-12) Languages programs in Chinese, French, Indonesian, Italian and Japanese. Our students are predominantly in small regional and remote schools and have a range of diverse cultural backgrounds. The Languages department at SIDE comprises approximately 30 teaching staff and is led by two Heads of Learning Area. The successful applicant for this position will work in partnership with the other HOLA Languages.
To be suitable for this role, you will have a qualification to teach one or more of the languages offered at SIDE and have a thorough understanding of both the Western Australian Curriculum: Languages K-10 and ATAR Language syllabus requirements. Familiarity with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate II in Applied Languages is desirable. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in delivering high quality effective and engaging programs to language students in both primary and secondary contexts.
As a highly performing instructional and curriculum leader, you will demonstrate the ability to foster continual improvement in staff performance and lead your team in supporting the strategic directions of the school. The ability to build partnerships and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders across a range of contexts will be critical in this role.
School of Isolated and Distance Education
SIDE has a critical role within the Western Australian education system, supporting system needs and priorities. Our vision is to enhance and expand learning opportunities for Western Australian students, regardless of their circumstances, through high quality, inclusive and culturally responsive educational programs in a blended learning environment, guided by our values of Connection, Courage, Equity, Creativity and Compassion.
SIDE works with approximately 4000 students from diverse communities across Western Australia, including students based in over 290 partner schools. As a leader at SIDE, you will have the unique opportunity to lead the development and delivery of high-quality, student-focused, programs in a broad range of contexts.
As a recognised leader in blended education in Australia, SIDE models exemplary practice in the use of both synchronous (Webex) and asynchronous (Moodle) platforms of instruction. SIDE has a dedicated training and support program for staff who join our school. Our practice is both contemporary and constantly evolving, making SIDE an exciting and dynamic place to work.
All teaching staff and members of the Leadership team are expected to participate in our regional travel program to meet the needs of students and partner schools. Visits are planned in negotiation with staff, and at times may include short-term stays in regional and remote locations.
SIDE has a main campus in Leederville and teaching facilities at Canning College, Clarkson Community High School, Northlake Senior Campus and Eaton Community College. By negotiation, you may be based across any of these or future venues.
Find out more about our school by visiting side.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
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 Simone Menager, Deputy Principal on (08) 9311 1413 or emailing Simone.Menager@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 (1) 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) page 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 staff, 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: SS/SA929044
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 Wednesday, 27 November 2024
