Please be advised, as of 17 March 2025 at 12.19 PM, changes have been made to the FTE
This is a 8 month fixed term, full-time (1.0 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Here at Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) our focus is the student, and we are dedicated to ensuring they strive to Imagine with all their mind; Believe with all their heart; and to Achieve with all their might. We pride ourselves on diversity, care and respect every day...it is The Safety Bay Way!
At Safety Bay SHS, our vision is to enhance the opportunities available to our school community and provide meaningful future success pathways. We believe everyone has the right to access the learning, behaviour, and mental health and well-being support needed to thrive and contribute to school, at home, in the community, and throughout life.
Find out more about our school by visiting Safety Bay Senior High School or Schools Online
The Role
We seek a dynamic and innovative leader with outstanding interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead a strong, highly skilled, and diverse team. We invite both experienced and aspiring leaders to apply.
As a vital administrative team member, you will work closely with the Executive Team to provide educational leadership within the school and the broader community. Your primary focus will be on developing and promoting the school's vision, encouraging active participation from school staff, community volunteers, and other stakeholders within the Science learning area.
Your role involves implementing change management strategies to lead the school community in accepting and developing opportunities for improved service within your specified subject area. Your involvement in shaping the school plan through collaborative decision-making, policy development, and creating essential systems will play a key role in guiding the school’s future.
As a curriculum leader, you will be at the heart of a dynamic team, inspiring and guiding Science teachers to deliver high-quality educational outcomes. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring everyone stays updated with the latest curriculum developments, fostering a collaborative and informed environment. You will be instrumental in facilitating teaching and learning outcomes, employing effective performance management strategies, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement among the school's academic community.
Applicants with knowledge or experience in Year 11 and 12 Australian Tertiary Admission Ranking (ATAR) Science subjects, including Physics, Biology, and Human Biology, are highly desirable. We also encourage applicants with expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and a passion for inquiry-based learning to apply. Additionally, the Science Learning Area is working towards Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways, so familiarity with VET processes would 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?
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 Matt Shields, Deputy Principal on 9527 0200 or Matt.shields@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 five (5) 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: IPS/SA958877
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, 24 March 2025
