There is currently two (2) permanent full-time positions commencing Term 2, 2025
Comet Bay College (CBC) has a genuine and proven commitment to support the professional growth of our teachers. Each staff member has the opportunity to join the Advanced Instructional Intelligence Program (AIIP) and be provided with five days of professional learning to build teachers capacity in the classroom. The College also encourages and supports staff to participate in a sophisticated Classroom Observation and Feedback Program that supports staff to reflect on their instructional capacity and build upon existing teaching skills. The successful applicant can fully expect to enhance their abilities as a teacher professional whilst at CBC.
Our staff facilities are excellent, and each Learning Area is fully equipped and spacious. We invest heavily in our staff and as a valued staff member at CBC, you can expect to be offered ongoing high quality, targeted professional learning opportunities aimed at supporting your professional growth as a high-quality teaching professional.
We encourage and support staff to be innovative and engaging in their curriculum delivery, providing digital Televisions and/or projectors in every room, and supported with class sets of iPads and laptops. The College is fully networked and has the latest wireless operating system enabling staff and students to be “connected” at all times. CBC is a Gifted and Talented school and also has extension pathways in English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities and Social Sciences, Years 7 to 10.
The College also has a successful and highly competitive Australian Football Specialist Program. The Visual and Performing Arts also offer extension classes in Drama, Dance and Art to selected students in Years 7 to 10. We invest heavily in the social and emotional intelligence of our students through the Years 7 to 9 Roaming Education and Community Health (REACH) Program and our staff and are fully committed to developing resilient young people with a healthy sense of self-worth who value education and have the confidence to seek excellence in all aspects of their lives. The College Career Development Program further enhances student’s connection to the College and their education.
We have a highly successful Senior School that is achieving above like schools in both the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and Vocational education and training (VET) pathways. We are looking for committed teachers who know they can make a difference and will add to the fabric of our college.
CBC is a modern, innovative Independent Public School that caters for approximately 1780 Year 7 to 12 students and is located one kilometre from the coast in the vibrant community of Secret Harbour. The College boasts state of the art facilities that include specialist science laboratories, lecture theatre, fitness centre, metal fabrication centre, modern industrial food studio and graphics/mechatronics studio.
Find out more about our school by visiting cometbaycollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
CBC are seeking to employ two full time permanent Mathematics Teachers ready for Term 2, 2025. CBC is seeking suitably qualified, passionate and committed Mathematics Teachers to join our friendly team. At CBC we strive for excellence by nurturing individual abilities, providing meaningful opportunities and fostering positive respectful relationships.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience teaching Mathematics across all Years, 7 to 12 and the ability to teach Senior School Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is preferred but not essential. Ability and a willingness to work in the College Gifted and Talented and Academic Extension Program is also desirable.
To be suitable for this role, you will ideally be student and relationship focused, highly motivated, innovative and able to work effectively in a team environment, as well as displaying an engaging and energetic teaching style. You should reflect and assess the effectiveness of your teaching practice using a variety of methods available within the College, promote an environment of active and positive learning, and provide educational opportunities and activities which enable students to achieve to their highest potential. With effective interpersonal skills, you should work closely with students, teachers and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students..
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 Michael Churchman, Associate Principal, on (08) 9553 8100 or emailing michael.churchman@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 (2) 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 four (4) 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 four (4) 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/TCH937540
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 Friday, 21 February 2025.
