This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Are you a dynamic, passionate, highly competent educator looking for a rewarding change?
With an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) of 994, we have around 52% Language background other than English (LBOTE) and over 60 different nationalities represented at the school. The school’s diversity and respect for difference is a feature, enabling our students to become positive, resilient, and confident about their futures. An Intensive English Centre supports the development of language skills for students new to Australia.
The school learning environment is extremely positive with a strong focus on student wellbeing and the development of social emotional learning through the Homeroom program and a strong Good Standing Policy. Approved Specialist Programs in Soccer and Environment & Life Sciences (EaLS) supports a wide range of General, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways. With over 50 years of history, Lynwood is complex, diverse, and much loved by the school community and staff. The passion and commitment of students, staff and community members working together in a spirit of absolute positivity about what our students can achieve, is a significant hallmark of this wonderful school.
Find out more about our school by visiting lynwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Our purpose is to make a positive difference to the lives of young people. The focus of our work is on quality teaching provision of the widest range of opportunities for individual achievement and learning success. In keeping with this, the successful applicant should be committed to progressing the shared vision of our English learning area and maximising the engagement and progress of all students.
Succesful applicants with a deep knowledge of the Year 7 to 12 English curriculum will be highly regarded. Outstanding application of assessment and reporting practices, which include a high level of data analysis skills to monitor the progress of students and classes; along with experience in planning and delivering programs for a range of student’s capabilities, including academic extension and special education needs, is desirable.
Ideally, succesful candidates will be highly motivated, student and relationship focused, and able to provide engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences. Working within a dynamic team, the successful applicant will utilise their highly effective interpersonal skills to work closely with students, colleagues, and the community to assist students to achieve to their potential.
The following additional elements would be highly desirable:
- Experience teaching students from non-English speaking backgrounds and EALD.
- Experience teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and General Senior
School classes, including Foundation.
- Experience in planning and delivering programs for students who are academically motivated and students who require a modified curriculum as intervention.
Actively implementing Lynwood’s approach to Tier 1 consistent practice, using high impact teaching strategies and the principles of Explicit Instruction (EI), will be central to the position. Additionally in 2025, Lynwood Senior High School is a fully integrated Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school, thus experience in implementing ICT based learning opportunities for students in English will be 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.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Nicola de Lacy, Deputy Principal on (08) 9354 0600 or emailing Nicola.DeLacy@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Nicola de Lacy on 0427 976 911.
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. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
- 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 (1) 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 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/TCH946137
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 Monday, 13 January 2025
