Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH644057
This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2021
John Tonkin College Education Support Centre (CESC) is seeking an experienced Education Support Teacher who specialises in Health and Physical Education with students with disabilities to join their team.
The successful applicant will ideally have prior experience and knowledge in managing challenging behaviours for students with special needs. Extensive experience in the delivery of a variety of tailored programs for special needs students with a focus on numeracy, literacy, life skills and protective behaviours will be highly regarded. Furthermore, a strong communication and interpersonal skills with an interest in working with adolescents with special needs will be considered advantageous. Experience in running Cadet programs would be highly desirable.
Located approximately 80 kilometres south west of Perth, John Tonkin CESC, is situated on the Mandurah Education and Training Campus alongside John Tonkin College, Challenger Institute of Technology and Murdoch University. The school offers vocational courses in Horticulture, Kitchen Operations, Retail and Building & Construction and provides students with a certificate displaying the National Training Competencies. Student achievement of these competencies is also recognised by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA).
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.
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 John Tonkin College ESC can be found by visiting www.johntonkincollegeesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service and qualifications.
For further job related information:
Please contact Natasha Hawkins, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9583 7333 or emailing natasha.hawkins@education.wa.edu.au.
During the vacation period, Natasha Hawkins can be contacted on 0400 014 802 (during school business hours only).
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.
Your application should include:
- A statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school;
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position;
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager).
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.
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;
- 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 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 Friday, 9 October 2020.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.