Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH676586
This is a permanent, part-time (0.7FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2021
Are you a Multi skilled and passionate Multi Instrumental Music Teacher looking for an opportunity in the Pilbara Region?
Karratha Senior High School is seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Music Teacher to join our friendly team.
Applicants with experience in teaching Classroom Music, Woodwind, Brass and Percussion are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will ideally possess high levels of teaching and performance competence on multiple Instruments.
Applicants will ideally be able to show evidence of the following Professional knowledge:
- Improvisation in a variety of styles including in a soloist capacity.
- Sight reading appropriate to each instrument.
- Direction of concert band ensembles.
- Writing arrangements for ensembles that can include woodwind, brass, keyboards and other instruments.
- Assembling and operating PA systems and other equipment associated with ensembles
- A Cert IV TAE qualification in order to deliver Cert II Music is also highly desirable but not essential.
“This is a specialised role. Skills in Multi Instrumental Music are essential. In the first instance, only applicants with teaching qualifications will be considered. Where there are no suitable applicants with teaching qualifications, applicants without teaching qualifications may be considered.”
Candidates would embrace the opportunity to work in the Pilbara, in a thriving music community with a positive approach in a variety of school environments. You will be expected to teach to the WA Curriculum, the IMSS Instrumental Curriculum and conduct ensembles.
The successful applicant should be able to work independently, demonstrate a growth mindset, energy and passion for the subject and ideally be skilled at performance on Brass, Woodwind and Percussion instruments. We are seeking a teacher with excellent communication and ICT skills.
There is a particularly close collegial relationship amongst staff that allows for significant professional growth as a teacher and musician. A Cert IV qualification in order to deliver Cert II Music is also highly regarded.
Our core belief is that involvement in a meaningful instrumental music education is a life changing experience that is vital to the emotional, social and cognitive development of our young people. We are committed to fostering and enhancing an enduring appreciation and lifelong engagement with music.
Instrumental Music School Services delivers instrumental music teaching to public schools throughout the state of WA. Teachers working for this service will join a passionate and committed team of educators who are highly skilled in music performance as well as music education. Regular professional development and networking is a priority for employees.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers):
- Professional knowledge;
- Professional practice; and
- Professional engagement.
Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Karratha Senior High School can be found by visiting www.karrathashs.wa.edu.au/ or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Debbie English, Deputy Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Karratha, by telephoning (08) 9187 8000 or emailing Deb.English@education.wa.edu.au.
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- be fully or provisionally registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full or provisional registration prior to commencement of the position. (Applicants who require a Limited Registration to teach from the TRB are not eligible). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or trb.wa.gov.au
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement; and
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 1 April 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
