This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Malibu School is an Education Support Kindergarten to Year 12 school located in Safety Bay for students with an intellectual and physical disability.
With a strong reputation for providing a high-quality personalised education for students whose needs are complex, our Malibu community know all students can learn and develop skills, aligned with their interest. We believe in students’ abilities and aspirations across all curriculum areas and that the social, emotional, physical, and educational development of all students are best facilitated when parents, teachers, specialists, and therapists work together as partners in the process. Grounds and office staff, education assistants and social trainers, teachers and leadership teams contribute to our strong community, committed to providing individualised, challenging, and rewarding learning experiences that are responsive to each student. Displayed ability and commitment to the plan, act and assess cycle, while building positive relationships with our students, parents, staff, and community members, is of high importance.
Find out more about our school by visiting malibuschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Our staff deliver personalised programs focused on developing engagement, independence skills for life towards our vision for 'A Future Without Limits'. The successful applicant should display a commitment to our school vision, values and priorities for a meaningful and relevant curriculum, high-quality teaching, a positive learning environment and strong family and community partnerships.
The successful applicant will ideally be willing to teach at all year levels, be ready to collaborate with colleagues and be knowledgeable about a range of disabilities, the impact of disability and the implementation of relevant and achievable learning programs for students working towards greater independence and successful transitions beyond school.
Our students participate in various classroom and community-based learning opportunities that enhance skill development and independence aligned to each child's pathway preference. Senior students receive formal recognition for learning through enrolment in School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) Endorsed programs such as the Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN) certificates and Authority Developed Workplace Learning, Senior Secondary Courses (such as Preliminary Units for English and Mathematics) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications and Units of Competencies, relevant to each child's pathway preferences.
The successful applicant will ideally be a genuine innovator who display creative planning and instructional flexibility, drawing on knowledge of evidence-based teaching strategies to implement differentiated learning and assessment approaches that further students' development. Teaching and learning content is hands-on and practical to develop skills in communication, literacy, numeracy, personal care, independent living, community access, employability, protective behaviours, social-emotional learning, and transition skills. Competent use of various technologies and experience in explicit teaching and integrated planning will be highly regarded, as is knowledge of strategies to support positive behaviour and regulation. Knowledge about the use of a range of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) modes to enhance effective student communication is essential.
The successful applicant will ideally possess effective interpersonal skills to develop a strong rapport with students, staff, families, and therapists. They will ideally advocate as part of an effective team to promote success for all students. They will be responsible for the planning and delivery of each student's personalised education programs, both at school and during offsite activities, with a particular focus on supporting student access, engagement, independence, and achievement of clearly defined outcomes documented in the student's Individual Education Plan.
In consultation with the school leadership team, teacher colleagues, Education Assistants, parents/caregivers and School Psychologist or relevant professionals, this will include contributing to the design, implementation and review of Individual Education, Behaviour, Acts of Daily Living, Transition, Travel, and other documented plans. The successful applicant will also be involved in the ongoing review of student progress and maintaining records regarding student achievement.
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?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Merrilee Wright, Principal by telephoning (08) 9553 8450 or emailing merrilee.wright@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:
- 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.
- 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
- Compete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents.
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to five (5) 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 three (3) 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/TCH912662
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, 14 October 2024.
