This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Founded in 2019, Ridge View Secondary College (SC) is a first-class state-of-the-art independent public school, located 45 km south of Perth in the suburb of Baldivis.
Ridge View SC is seeking to appoint a dedicated, highly competent, and enthusiastic Academic Achievement Program (AAP) teacher with excellent interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will ideally be someone who can form and maintain strong relationships with students, caregivers, and staff to achieving positive, planned outcomes. The college motto of “Believe, Aspire, Pride” and the college’s core values “I can be a champion; We all matter; and We are family” are embedded into all aspects of college life for staff and students and we seek people who are willing to embrace and promote the motto and values.
Find out more about our school by visiting ridgeviewsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Ridge View SC is searching for a teacher to join the Academic Achievement Program to deliver numeracy to Year 7 and 8 students in a classroom setting, as well as facilitate small group literacy and numeracy intervention sessions. This position would suit a Secondary Mathematics or Primary Generalist teacher who is able to differentiate curriculum for Year 7 and 8 students with learning needs. Students in this program will require scaffolding and differentiated teaching to access curriculum in a small class environment. Flexibility and adaptability are considered necessary where instructional coaching, observation and feedback are a priority for the college. This position may include some delivery of mainstream lower school or upper school classes, depending on the successful applicant.
A teacher with a growth mindset and a desire for continuous improvement is highly desired. Ideally, the successful applicant should possess high standards of professionalism and embrace opportunities for collaboration within and beyond the college community. Working positively and effectively in teams and being open to new thinking is highly desirable.
You will ideally be able to provide innovative teaching and learning programs that nurture and inspire students. The college is committed to developing staff capacity to embed High Impact Teaching Strategies, as well as an ongoing focus on Responsive Teaching. As an expert practitioner you will ideally have commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection. Another key attribute is the ability to create environments conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant, catering for different student learning needs.
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 Bryan Olver, Deputy Principal on (08) 9553 0700 or bryan.olver@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 four (4) 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/TCH937969
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 Thursday, 28 November 2024
