This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Are you a passionate and talented German - Languages teacher seeking an opportunity to grow in a creative department?
Byford Secondary College (SC) is a newer school in Perth’s southern suburbs. We have first class facilities to support high quality teaching and learning programs in our college. Located approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD, our College caters for 1500 students in Years 7 through to 12 students. We offer a unique setting to many other metropolitan schools, with a blend of urban and rural students; this creates a vibrant mix of students and staff within the college community.
At Byford SC, we work together to provide effective learning experiences where we all grow, and students are prepared for a successful life beyond school. Our college’s moral purpose underpins everything we do, and as such, our teaching and allied professionals report a high level of engagement and satisfaction in working at Byford SC.
Staff are supported both personally and professionally, with a keen focus on work-life balance.
Targeted support is available for staff across all career stages, from graduate mentoring, classroom observations, instructional coaching, and aspirant leadership development programs. Our school’s planning and improvement is based on the Fogarty EDvance Program, which is supported and promoted by all leaders across our college.
Our school motto, Aspire to Excellence, clearly articulates our vision of being the secondary school of choice for the local community providing a comprehensive suite of subjects from Year 7 through 12. The College offers an academic extension program for students by selection, in partnership with the University of Western Australia. The ‘Aspire’ program provides students with access to the university's staff and facilities to enhance their learning experience.
Our commitment is to meet the needs of each student by carefully nurturing their progress through differentiated delivery in every classroom. Whether a student in our integrated Education Support Facility or an Aspire student, we are committed to ongoing pathway planning and review so that each young person has the opportunity to reach their full potential and achieve their post-school aspirations.
Byford SC has an outstanding track record supporting the provision of tailored service for our students with disabilities through our state-of-the-art Integrated Facility.
Find out more about our school by visiting byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Byford SC is seeking to appoint a dedicated, fluent and enthusiastic German - Languages Teacher. We are seeking a teacher who is passionate about language learning and the opportunities it provides for young people.
Languages was first introduced at Byford SC in 2022, and in 2025 we will have our first group of Year 10’s studying German as an elective. We are hoping to continue this into Year 11 and 12 as the subject continues to grow in future years. There is flexibility to increase the FTE if the successful applicant is willing to teach in another learning area.
You would be working with a highly motivated and driven Languages team who are committed to promoting and fostering student engagement and academic achievement in a supportive environment where success is celebrated. We are looking for a collaborative team member that can work with the existing staff to plan, assess, differentiate, and moderate innovative language learning to engage all students at the College. Extracurricular opportunities are a significant part of the planning to engage students, where we have been working closely with language associations to promote the learning of a language and upskill our teachers. Our first bi-annual tour of Germany excursion is also planned for 2025 as further evidence of our commitment to growing the subject.
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 Leisa Hanson, Deputy Principal on (08) 9526 7700 or emailing Leisa.Hanson@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
- Complete 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 three (3) 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/TCH917148
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 Thursday, 12 September 2024
