Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH746608
Appointment Pool
Are you an outstanding educator with aspirations to be part of a school that is embarking on a journey of improvement, as we develop our new Business Plan?
Beldon Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Teachers - Primary for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2022 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2023. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2022 school year, up to the end of Term 1, 2023.
The suitable applicants should embrace our school improvement agenda and strategic direction. We seek staff members who will promote our school’s moral purpose as ‘our staff and community connect to support students to become strong, thoughtful and independent individuals who accept, adapt, aspire and achieve’.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join a dedicated educational team, connected by a strong vision that reflects our collective purpose, the community we serve and most importantly, the needs of our children. You will be part of a team focused on continuing to build a school culture that is positive, inclusive and extends young minds. Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work cooperatively with others to create and maintain a welcoming and vibrant environment for students and families is highly regarded. We are seeking staff members with a willingness and aspirations to take on additional roles beyond the classroom, including curriculum and school improvement leadership roles.
A focus on explicit teaching, high impact teaching strategies and differentiated curriculum to meet each student at their point of need will be highly regarded. Suitable applicants will consistently implement whole school, evidence-based approaches in teaching and learning, ensuring students are at the centre of everything they do, bringing innovation and diverse learning experiences to every child. Applicants should provide proven capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as willingness to utilise classroom observation, feedback and coaching to continuously grow pedagogical skills.
Experience with Talk 4 Writing, Numeracy Blocks and Literacy Blocks will be highly regarded. Ideally, applicants will demonstrate strong technological skills and provide evidence of integrating the use of ICT into their classroom curriculum.
Within every classroom our core learning is devoted to literacy and numeracy, as an integral part of every single day at school. We have a strong focus on sustainability, incorporating a Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program into our curriculum. A key focus area at our school is the implementation of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework and enhancing our school community’s understanding of Indigenous culture.
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.
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 Beldon PS can be found by visiting beldonps.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 Denise Jeffs, Principal, by telephoning (08) 62073240 or emailing denise.jeffs@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 up to five (5) page 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 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; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
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 (www.wa.gov.au)
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 30 May 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
