Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH678524
This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021 with possible extension (12 months)
Alkimos Primary School (PS) are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and highly collaborative teacher to join our friendly Year 6 team.
The successful applicant will ideally possess innovative, enthusiastic teaching practices with knowledge, skills and experience in a primary setting. A strong commitment to professional development and continuous improvement to facilitate a best practice approach towards teaching and learning will be highly regarded.
Alkimos PS opened in 2016 and currently has an enrolment of 685 students, and this continues to grow gradually. Our approaches to teaching and learning are that our staff members understand that the quality of relationships with students is the key. Teachers are able to adeptly engage families and the Alkimos school community, as crucial to our school's ongoing success is the extent to which this sense of belonging and connectedness can be created. Our staff strive to create a highly collaborative learning environment.
In developing exemplary teaching and learning approaches that have become the hallmark of Alkimos PS, teachers showcase their prowess in using cooperative learning strategies, integrating ICT and incorporating principles associated with First Steps resources. Teachers will advocate for the importance of hands-on learning and will be adept in demonstrating effective behaviour management processes. Experience with Talk4Writing, Protective Behaviours and Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) programmes will be highly regarded.
As the successful applicant you will possess a commitment to implementing whole-school curriculum policies and programs. At Alkimos PS all teachers' capacity are attuned to the individual needs of students, and provide an inclusive, fair and safe classroom. Since 2019, Alkimos PS has also hosted a Specialist Learning Program – Autism Spectrum Disorder (SLP-ASD). It is expected that applicants strongly support the inclusive principles and beliefs of this program as students will regularly move between their homeroom and mainstream class.
Underpinning our approaches is a clear recognition that students' learning outcomes and opportunities are maximised when robust non-academic strategies and beliefs are apparent. In implementing and upholding these ideals, our staff reflect an awareness of the types of services and support required by the students, families and the community of Alkimos and this northern coastal area in general.
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 Alkimos Primary School can be found by visiting www.alkimosps.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 Tom Bagnall, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 9562 9800 during business hours, or emailing Thomas.Bagnall@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 three to five (3-5) page 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 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 fully or provisionally registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full or provisional registration prior to commencement of the position. (Applicants who require a Limited Registration to teach from the TRB are not eligible). 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, 23 April 2021.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
