Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH718072
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2022
Southern River College is an Independent Public School seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher ideally with excellent interpersonal skills.
The successful applicant should be committed to promoting and fostering student engagement and academic improvement in a supportive environment. The successful applicant should also be committed to personal and professional growth and possess high standards of professionalism. They will be expected to also embrace collaboration working within a team environment.
The successful applicant will provide purposeful and relevant learning experiences that cater for different student learning needs along with the ability to teach across English, Maths, Science and Humanities. Specific expertise in numeracy would be highly regarded.
A particular aspect of this role involves working intensively with students in need of literacy and numeracy support Years 7 - 9, knowledge of Special Education Needs - Reporting to Parents (SEN RTP) is also desirable.
In this role you will support the development of innovative classroom practices and a working knowledge of Explicit Instruction would also be highly regarded.
A commitment to the college's emphasis on pastoral care and co-curricular programs is highly valued as well as the promotion of the college's vision, motto and values both within the college and in the wider community.
Southern River College's Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) offers a range of individual learning and personal development strategies for students who require additional assistance with their studies in Maths, English, Science and Humanities. The Centre is available for students in Years 7 to 9 by interview and testing only. Our TLC Program is an intervention program that caters to a selected group of students in need of greater support in Literacy and Numeracy through their middle years. The classes are aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum and provide students with individual learning programs based upon their particular levels of learning and engagement.
Students are supported in English, Maths, Humanities and the Sciences. Within a nurturing environment, our dedicated and experienced TLC teachers provide small group and/or one-to-one teaching. Collaboration with teachers, adjustments to assessment and support with behaviour management are just some of the methodologies in providing an education plan that aspires to encouraging the student to reach their personal best. The TLC provides students with literacy and numeracy support. The literacy program focuses on the decoding process of reading by enhancing the students' phonic awareness, oral reading skills in small groups and self-generated writing to suit individual needs. For those students identified as needing support for mathematics, the TLC provides an opportunity for small group sessions that concentrate on the fundamentals of numeracy.
The TLC program promotes a learning culture where students are enthused and equipped to achieve success. The program focuses on developing students' skills to make safe and sensible decisions for themselves at school, at home and in the community. Our classes enable students to develop themselves in a supported learning environment.
Our River Way informs our vision and ethos. We use research and data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students. The River Road Centre supports students using the Berry Street Model. The Wellbeing Centre uses growth mindset to support all our students. Our why informs our practice, our actions, and the purpose of our vision as we seek to inspire, every student, every day in everything we do.
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 Southern River College can be found by visiting www.southernrivercollege.wa.edu.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:
Please contact Frank Di Filippo, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9391 6500 or emailing Frank.DiFilippo@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 who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
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.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 30 November 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.