Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH546100

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, part-time (0.9FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2019 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Are you passionate about improving educational outcomes for students?

We are EDNEY – and children are at the heart of our school. Do you have the Edney Way? We are looking for a Health and Physical Education Specialist Teacher to join our team – someone who shares our passion and has the skills to deliver on the goals of our school business plan, Edney 2020. Applicants are encouraged to read the school’s website and business plan prior to starting their application.

Edney Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary – Physical Education teacher to join our friendly team.

Edney’s Physical Education teacher provides a dynamic, motivational and engaging program to students at all year levels in line with the school philosophy in physical education and health. The successful applicant would have well-developed collaborative skills and a strong knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, linking planning, teaching and assessment that is responsive to the needs of our students. The successful applicant will have sound leadership and organisational skills and will lead the management of initiatives which includes school carnivals, health and wellbeing practises for students and staff as well as interschool events.

The successful applicant will be have the balance of skills to be both a team member and leader, working collaboratively with staff, external providers and partner schools to expand the opportunities for our community to develop skills and understandings for a total wellbeing approach to Health and Physical Education.

Before applying, please access detailed information about our school and students, our teaching and learning approaches and values from our website at www.edneyps.wa.edu.au

We are a proud Independent Public School, serving our community and our 440 unique students.

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.

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 Edney Primary School can be found by visiting www.edneyps.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

Please contact Aaron Chaplin, Principal by telephoning (08) 9454 8377 or emailing Aaron.Chaplin@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.

You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. 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.

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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 eligible for, or registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or www.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 Monday, 27 August 2018

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.