Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH559851

Appointment Pool

If you have highly effective interpersonal skills and promote an environment of active and positive learning, this could be the job for you. 

Eastern Hills Senior High School (SHS) is seeking applications from suitably qualified Health and Physical Education Teachers to fill permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2019 school year. Placements can be made from the pool at any time for commencement in the 2019 school year.

Suitable applicants will have a proven ability to work as part of a learning team to provide high quality learning experiences for all students. Within this role you will be provided the opportunity to work across Years 7 to 12 applying your knowledge of Health and Physical Education, whilst using best practice teaching and learning principles in the delivery of the curriculum. Applicants should be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully teach Year 11 and 12 Health and Physical Education courses including Physical Education Studies, Health Studies, Outdoor Education and Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses. The ability to teach Certificate II courses in the Health and Physical Education area and a current Certificate IV in in Training and Assessment are desirable.

Eastern Hills SHS is located 40 km east of Perth at Mount Helena serving a range of communities located mostly in the Mundaring Shire. The school has an extensive curriculum offering. This provides opportunities for students to follow pathways suited to their aspirations and needs. The school is a partner in the New North Education Initiative, is an Aspire University of Western Australia (UWA) school and has developed links with Edith Cowan University (ECU) to enhance the curriculum further. The school has a large music program which, due to its high standards, has been awarded the status of Approved Specialist Program.

The school has in recent years been undergoing revitalisation of facilities, ethos and practice. This has resulted in an enhanced learning environment in which students can engage with learning in a modern and dynamic manner. School aspirations and standards have risen in this time. The school has developed as a learning community based on respect and collaboration resulting in it being recognised as a leader in the implementation of the positive behaviour in schools programs.

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.

Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.

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 Eastern Hills Senior High School can be found by visiting www.ehshs.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 John Dunning, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9573 0200 or emailing John.Dunning@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 Thursday, 15 November 2018.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

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