Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH824272

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2023

Are you an inspirational and relationship-focused Science teacher?

Merredin College is seeking a collaborative, dedicated and highly motivated Science teacher to join our Independent Public School. 

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:

• Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7,000 see info below
• 5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

Teachers and school administrators employed at Merredin College in 2023 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.  

The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

About the role

To be successful in this role you will ideally be committed to maximising our students’ potential and providing a relevant and engaging learning experience. The successful applicant will be a part of the Science Learning Area and be responsible for planning and developing the Science curriculum in conjunction with the Science team.  It is desirable that the successful applicant has the ability to teach Year 7 – 10 Science and General Earth and Environmental Science. The successful applicant should have sound knowledge of the requirements of the Western Australian Curriculum and excellent Western Australia Certificate of Education (WACE) knowledge.

We are looking for a teacher with strong teaching and classroom management skills, and who can develop good relationships with all students and engage them in highly effective learning. You will ideally be experienced with Visible Learning and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). In addition, you should be able to work in a team environment, engage in professional learning and liaise with colleagues, parents, and external networks.

Suitable applicants will ideally be student and relationship focused, enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. As part of a dedicated team, you will be required to develop, review, and deliver Science curriculum. You should engage in ongoing self-reflection and assess the effectiveness of your practice to create an environment conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant, catering for different student learning needs.

Our school

Located 256 kilometres east of Perth in the Central Wheatbelt, Merredin College is a lighthouse rural school providing a high-quality educational program for 520 students from K-12. We are unique because our students can remain in the safety of the community in which they were born and at the same school for their entire education. Our staff and our families are true partners in the entire schooling process. We have been an Independent Public School since 2017.

Our vision states 'Merredin College is the benchmark in rural educational excellence. We aspire to develop a community of engaged, creative and independent lifelong learners who aim high, value diversity and contribute positively to the global community.' Our rigorous yet supportive teaching programs encourage students to become independent learners; beginning in Kindergarten and developed through to Year 12. Meeting the learning needs of all students is important to us. Programs to support literacy and numeracy are in place.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

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 Merredin College can be found by visiting merredincollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications

For further job related information:

You are encouraged to contact David O'Neill, Deputy Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Merredin, by telephoning (08) 9041 7520 or emailing david.oneill@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

TRAINING

Employees will be required to:

• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
• 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 16 June 2023

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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