Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA783160
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023
Hampton Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a highly motivated, collaborative and organised Program Coordinator for their Specialist Program - Autism with a passion for supporting the whole child to achieve to their potential.
In 2023, Hampton SHS will open a new Specialist Learning Program for students with autism spectrum disorder. The program provides specialist and intensive support to students with autism - without intellectual impairment - who have the capacity to learn at or near their academic year level standard with support but may have specific social and emotional development needs that are related to their autism. As 2023 will be the first year of the program at Hampton SHS, the successful applicant will require an exceptional strategic planning and operational management skill set.
The successful applicant for this role will work in a shared, collaborative arrangement with staff, providing professional leadership in the program and the whole school, building capacity of staff, promoting inclusivity and positive educational outcomes for students with Autism. As part of the senior leadership team, you will contribute strategically to whole school strategic planning.
As the Program Coordinator you will develop, implement, monitor and review plans and policies associated with the specialist programs for students with autism and provide high level advice and support to Departmental staff. As part of this role you will also liaise with principals, internal and external stakeholders regarding the transition of students from the Autism Units.
Hampton SHS is an Independent Public School that is committed to selecting the very best staff that are the right fit for our school and community. We strive for excellence and we provide innovative professional learning opportunities for our staff so they can experience ongoing professional growth. Students at Hampton SHS are encouraged to Aspire – to be the best they can be, Innovate – make changes as new information is learned, and Achieve – successfully engage and perform – in every aspect of their journey through secondary education.
Hampton SHS strives to create a vibrant culture of excellence, innovation, opportunity and success for students, staff and the community. The focus of our work is on quality teaching, inclusive learning environments and provision of the widest range of opportunities for individual achievement and learning success. Applicants must be able to work effectively within a professional learning community and engaged in providing direction and support for all students with differing academic abilities. Emphasis is placed on the full development of the intellectual, emotional, and physical potential of the students through mentoring, monitoring, giving feedback and support in collaboration with the excellent teaching staff, pastoral care team, and parents, guardians, and caregivers.
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 the following work related requirements:
- Experience, knowledge and high-level skills in applying evidence based methodologies and interventions for individual education plans.
- Professional knowledge, and the ability to apply this knowledge, to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for students.
- Highly developed leadership skills in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High-level communication, interpersonal and public relation skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- High-level conceptual and analytical skills, together with the proven ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. 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.
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 Hampton Senior High School can be found by visiting hampton.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Tracy Griffiths, Principal, by telephoning (08) 6235 7100 or emailing Tracy.Griffiths@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 four to five (4-5) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 16 November 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
