Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH713046
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2022 with possible extension and/or permanency
Cervantes Primary School (PS) are seeking a teacher who is dedicated to improving individual student outcomes following our school’s beliefs that students learn best when: concepts are explicitly taught; assessment directs clear student goals; positive relationships are developed and all resources available are utilised. In this role you will ideally need to display excellent classroom practices focusing on evidence-based strategies and classroom management in a multi-age environment.
The successful applicant would be joining a dedicated team of teaching and non-teaching staff and they would need to be willing to contribute and work as part of a team. They need to display a commitment to working with whole school policies and working collaboratively to develop quality learning programs and strategies. In this role you will ideally be willing to participate in student moderation activities, classroom observations, professional learning and are open to sharing their knowledge and skills.
Our small school context requires the teacher to be a friendly person who can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents and be prepared to become a part of the wider community. The successful applicants need to be prepared to embrace the entire student population and contribute to their well-being.
Cervantes PS is a small school which values being responsible, showing respect and building relationships to reach the Pinnacle of learning and growing together. We are an Independent Public School located approximately 170 km North of Joondalup along the Indian Ocean Drive. The school is an important part of the community and is well supported by parents and community members.
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 Cervantes Primary School can be found by visiting www.cervantesprimary.com.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Natalie Dennis, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Cervantes, by telephoning (08) 9688 5000 or emailing Natalie.Dennis@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 (3) 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 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;
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- hold full, non-practising or provisional registration with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full, non-practising 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, 12 November 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
