This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Armadale Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School dedicated to providing students from Year 7 to 12 with strong academic achievement and positive engagement. We aim to provide every student with a positive learning experience. We believe in our students and recognise that each is an individual to be welcomed and respected.
Our highly skilled and experienced teaching staff provide a supportive educational experience for every student through a wide variety of subjects and courses. These include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Home Economics, Creative Art, Music, Information Technology, Design and Technology and Physical Education.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.ashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant should be an expert, passionate teacher of Information Technology, ideally with a dedicated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. You should display the professional knowledge, understanding and experience to deliver an engaging and relevant secondary Information Technology curriculum from the early and middle adolescent phases of learning through to senior secondary courses. The applicant should also have a strong understanding of computer hardware and software which can be incorporated into student courses. Some of the hardware includes 3D printers, Virtual reality headsets and Robotics equipment. Applicants who wish to work on a reduced FTE are also welcome to apply.
As a Quality Teaching Strategy Lead School, the successful applicant should be familiar with the Teaching for Impact framework and ideally understand what effective teachers believe, know and do, to enable students to succeed. Ideally the applicant should also be willing to contribute to extra-curricular programs including Robotics.
It would be deemed advantageous for the applicant to have knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics development (STEM). Working in a collaborative partnership with local primary schools, industry and tertiary education to provide varied opportunities for students including attending and organising STEM based events. The applicant will work closely with colleagues to build learning programs that are engaging, and which incorporate industry-based technology and skills. Armadale SHS has a Specialist Information Technology program which encourages students to examine various fields of Information Technology including Coding, Game design and Robotics. The successful applicant will gain experience in these areas through interaction with colleagues and peer mentoring opportunities.
The successful applicant will ideally be able to display how they will provide educational opportunities and activities which enable students to achieve to their highest potential. In addition, the ability to engage students using a range of skills, knowledge of effective classroom management strategies and restorative practices would be considered favourably.
The successful applicant will ideally be committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. They should be motivated, practical, hardworking and innovative and possess outstanding interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will ideally pursue excellence in classroom teaching and provide encouragement and support to all colleagues. The successful applicant should make student academic achievement the core of their work. Additionally, a positive attitude and an appetite for challenge are highly desirable.
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 Steven Wolfenden, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9497 6400 or emailing steven.wolfenden@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 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 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/TCH937053
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, 6 December 2024
