Suitable applicants from vacancy IPS/TCH737970 need not apply
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH755409
Appointment Pool
Please note as of Monday, 18 July 2022 the closing date for this advert has been amended
Riverside Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated and committed Education Support Teachers 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 2, 2023. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2022 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2023.
Suitable applicants will provide a supported functional & academic learning environment for students with disabilities. You will work towards continuous improvement of school programs and develop a highly skilled and proficient workforce. Applicants will ideally have experience managing Education Assistants (EA) in a classroom setting with the ability to plan within the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) Curriculum Framework. In this role suitable applicants will individualise curriculum to meet Individual Education Plans (IEP) and educational outcomes.
Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communications Handicapped Children (TEACCH) experience would be highly regarded, in addition to the ability to plan IEPs and dynamic ability to plan individualised learning outcomes. A good understanding of diagnosed conditions such as: ID (Intellectual Disability), ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and Mental Health, and how they impact on student learning, is highly regarded.
Applicants should be strong team players and be able to manage a classroom of support staff (EAs) effectively and efficiently. Education Support experience in a Primary setting will be well regarded. You should be able to work effectively and efficiently with parents, carers, therapists and a range of other Professionals along with having a good understanding of Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) Standards and the ability to develop self.
Riverside ESC is a centre of excellence for the education and advancement of children with special learning difficulties. Every child is valued and has a place. We take pride in the achievements of our students, the support and involvement of our community, and the teaching and care offered by our professional education team.
Our shared campus with Riverside Primary School provides a rich learning environment to ensure each child achieves the best possible success in their learning journey. We accept children from Kindergarten through to Year 6 and have a comprehensive transition program ensuring students successfully integrate to secondary school.
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 Riverside Education Support Centre can be found by visiting www.riversideesc.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 James Douglas, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9583 2428 or emailing james.douglas@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact James Douglas on 0406 675 620.
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 to 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 five (5) 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.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 25 July 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
