This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Darlington Primary School (PS) is located in the hills east of Perth, in the heart of the Darlington Village. The school motto of 'Resilience, Integrity, Initiative, Care' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of the students.
Find out more about our school by visiting darlingtonps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking an inspiring teacher to captivate Year 1 to Year 6 students, sparking a passion for msuic learning. The successful applicant will ideally build meaningful connections with students, staff, and the school community. Additionally, they will ideally bring proactive strategies to enhance student behaviour and engagement, fostering positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.
Applicants possessing a strong capacity to plan, present and assess a differentiated, challenging and engaging music program, who have a thorough understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum will be highly regarded.
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 Andrew Newhouse, Principal on (08) 99257 4000 or emailing andrew.newhouse@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 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/TCH937798
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, 26 November 2024
