This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) is a large service provider which works across metropolitan and country primary and secondary schools, providing instrumental instruction to students from Years 3 to 12. In addition to weekly small group instrumental lessons, students have opportunities to participate in enrichment music activities which combine them working collaboratively, across year levels and with students from other schools. IMSS is guided by our school plan as well as overarching Department policies and procedures. Our vision at IMSS is to provide a rich environment where students have opportunities and pathways for inspiration, success in music and personal excellence.
IMSS teachers deliver lessons under the IMSS Whole School Teaching and Learning Program, developed from the WA Curriculum, The Arts (Music) and the IMSS Pedagogical Framework which includes the aspects Playing from Notation, Playing by Ear, Playing from Memory, and Improvisation. IMSS teachers are supported to deliver the teaching and learning program including common assessments which inform ongoing teaching practice. Effective and educative feedback to students, parents, and schools via assessment and reporting is an essential element of the role. Instrumental lessons are delivered alongside the classroom music program and supported by the host school.
Find out more about our school by visiting education.wa.edu.au/instrumental-music or Schools Online.
The Role
In collaboration with the principal and members of the administrative team, the successful applicant will provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and encouraging school staff to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals.
As a curriculum leader, the successful applicant will provide professional leadership to instrumental music teachers who teach within the area of responsibility (Woodwind) and provide up-to-date information on relevant specialist curriculum issues such as Pedagogical Framework advocacy, knowledge of IMSS processes within schools: testing and selection, teaching and learning, assessing and reporting, and performance opportunities.
The successful applicant will facilitate teaching and learning outcomes for students through effective performance management, and modelling and promoting a culture of improvement including; Planning meeting topics, performance appraisal and discussion, and engaging with professional learning that targets student outcomes
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 Amanda Johnson, Associate Principal, on (08) 9338 9500 or by emailing amanda.johnson@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 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 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: SS/SA975894
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, 30 June 2025.
