Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH822488

This is a Six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2023  with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Baldivis Secondary College (SC) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated Mathematics teacher who is able to effectively teach across the school Mathematics programs.

Baldivis SC strives to maintain high expectations and standards of and for every member of our school community and in doing so we look to attain our mission of providing every opportunity for our students and staff to be their best. The ethos of our College is embedded in our values of Respect, Excellence, Knowledge, Integrity, and Unity.  Reflecting the values of its school community, we seek excellence in student learning, engagement and achievement. To develop resilient young people with a healthy sense of self-worth, who value education, we continue to explicitly teach, display and provide opportunities to practise working together and building a harmonious sense of community.

The successful applicant should have high expectations of self and students, be able to use a range of pedagogies to ensure a productive and positive learning environment and the ability to develop and maintain relational capacity of students in all classes.

The successful applicant should have effective interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills and the ability to work closely with students, parents and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students. They will ideally be expert teachers of Mathematics, as well as being flexible and adaptive teachers who can apply strategies of differentiated instruction and explicit teaching. Outstanding graduate teachers and established teachers with the ability to support future teacher development are equally encouraged to apply.

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 Baldivis Secondary College can be found by visiting baldivissc.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 Stephanie Keen, Program Coordinator, by telephoning (08) 9523 3600 or emailing Stephanie.Keen@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 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;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements; and
• 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 Wednesday, 7 June 2023

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.