Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA646887
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2021
Kelmscott Senior High School is seeking an innovative, experienced and effective leader with outstanding interpersonal skills to fill the role of Head of Learning Area (HOLA) - Science to join their leadership team.
As a member of the School Leadership Team, you will contribute to the implementation of the school’s Business Plan through participative decision making whilst promoting the school’s vision and strategic directions. It will be highly desirable for the successful applicant to have the ability to lead change, supported by their capacity to use evidence-based data to inform their decision making to implement innovation within the learning area.
You will work as part of a collegiate team and be solutions focussed. As HOLA - Science, you will continually drive improvement by providing proactive leadership that is collaborative, inspiring and supportive. The successful applicant will lead flexible and adaptive teachers who will apply differentiated instruction and explicit teaching across all year levels.
By leading a professional learning community, the HOLA - Science will ensure that science teachers develop consistent instructional practices that optimise student learning and engagement. The successful applicant will lead reflective performance development discussions with staff, based on a comprehensive knowledge of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. This may be through coaching, developing an ethos of teacher self-reflection, feedback, data analysis and a review of summative and formative assessment practices. Facilitating the effective implementation of instructional intelligences, classroom observation and student voice, you will also model highly reflective practices as both teacher and leader.
The HOLA - Science will possess a thorough understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum and Senior Secondary WACE Courses. It will be highly desirable for you to have experience in the planning, development and delivery of science-based Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) courses. The ability to teach senior secondary psychology is highly desirable.
Kelmscott SHS is a school of opportunity for students offering Department of Education endorsed Specialist Programs in Agriculture and Music; Gifted and Talented (GAT) Secondary - Selective Entrance Program; and a range of Kelmscott Extension Programs (KEP) in Mathematics, Science, English, and Humanities and Social Sciences. We are only one of two schools to provide Gifted and Talented online to rural areas. We have a proud reputation of promoting students to be active citizens at the local, state, national and international levels. Students at our school have a diversity of ethnic backgrounds and we celebrate this diversity as a proud Independent Public School.
Leading by example, you will model high aspirations and expectations of staff and students. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellence in leading effective classroom management practices and the ability to support staff to build highly inclusive and safe classrooms. Experience in learning for curiosity and deep learning would be an advantage. Ideally, you will have demonstrated excellence in designing engaging lessons that equally cater for GAT, extension, low literacy and Students at Educational Risk (SAER) students. The successful applicant will also share a commitment to the school’s emphasis on pastoral care and student wellbeing.
Our school aims to ensure every student becomes a confident and successful learner capable of achieving their own educational goals as we prepare them to meet the challenges of the future and become positive contributors to their community. Our staff make use of different technologies to achieve student outcomes and are expected to engage students in learning technologies as the basis of active student learning and lesson design.
AS HOLA - Science, you will possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, ethos and priorities across the school community. The successful applicant will play a significant role in marketing the school to the wider community by leading initiatives and the successful achievements of students as demonstrated through systemic priorities in STEM. These skills will see you negotiate effectively and build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels including students, colleagues, parents/caregivers and the wider school community.
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 the following work related requirements:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. 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 Kelmscott SHS can be found by visiting www.kshs.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 Jacquie Sandhu, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9495 7400 (during holiday period 0413 516 010) or emailing Jacquie.Sandhu@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.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) pages 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
- Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 16 October 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.