Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH649259
Please note the closing date has changed to Thursday, 8 October 2020.
Appointment Pool
Somerly Primary School is seeking to establish a pool of experienced, committed and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teachers (Kindergarten to Year 2) and Primary Teachers (Year 3 to Year 6) for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2020 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2021. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2020 school year, up to the end of Term 4, 2021.
Applicants must have a strong desire to continuously expand their knowledge and skills. Suitable applicants will also have positive interpersonal skills, strong communication and organisational skills. It is desirable for applicants to demonstrate how they can successfully engage all students, including students at educational risk, both academically and socially within their written applications.
Applicants will be able to plan and teach in a collaborative environment with highly developed competencies in differentiating the curriculum, particularly in literacy and numeracy. The ability to analyse and use data to support teaching, assessment and reporting will be held in high regard.
Somerly PS provides a welcoming, friendly and caring learning environment where students are encouraged to model our key values of respect, responsibility and safety. We have dedicated and experienced staff who share a commitment to the school vision and values. We provide a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, science, humanities and social sciences and technology. Our students engage in a well-rounded curriculum experience based on the West Australian curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework. We also provide our students with the opportunity to study a range of subjects including music, physical education, visual arts and Italian.
Our school business plan outlines the priority areas we focus our work on, strategies we implement, measurement milestones and challenges we may face. Our priority areas include literacy, numeracy, Positive Behaviour Support, Bluearth and Gymbaroo Unlocking Potential initiative, digital technologies and community partnerships. Suitable applicants will demonstrate experience that aligns with the Somerly Primary School vision, values and focus areas within our Business Plan.
Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.
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 Somerly Primary School can be found by visiting www.somerlyps.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.
For further job related information:
Please contact Felicity Dear, Principal, by telephoning (08) 6206 4200 or emailing felicity.dear@education.wa.edu.au. During the school holidays you can contact Felicity on 0438 072 062.
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 up to three (3) pages addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) 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
- 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 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, 8 October 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.