Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH842209
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024
North Mandurah Primary School (PS) is seeking a highly motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic classroom teacher to join our team in 2024. North Mandurah PS has a reputation for delivering quality education and pastoral care programs. We cater for students from kindergarten to Year 6 and we have a firm belief in the unique value of each student. The ethos of our school is summed up by our motto 'Together We Succeed'. To develop each child's full potential to become a contributing member of society, we believe that our school shares the responsibility with the family and the community to succeed.
To be successful in this role, you should possess knowledge and understanding of the effective use of explicit teaching strategies, or a willingness to learn. As a teacher at our school, you should contribute to a positive team culture and enjoy the challenge of working at a school seeking to raise standards and improve student outcomes. Familiarity with some of our current whole-school practices such as Prime, UFLI, and Spelling Mastery would be beneficial, and knowledge and previous application of the Science of Learning will be highly regarded. Our school is engaging with Teach Well Professional Learning to enhance our high-impact explicit instruction in English and Maths and our classroom practice reflects this. Teachers who have completed Teach Well professional learning are encouraged to apply.
At North Mandurah PS, our students are at the forefront of everything we do. Our goal is to provide students with the best possible education, while fostering a sense of community and belonging. With dedicated teachers, innovative programs, and a commitment to student success, we are confident that our students will achieve their full potential.
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 North Mandurah Primary School can be found by visiting www.northmandurahps.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 Kelly Forder, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9586 0800 or emailing Kelly.Forder@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Kelly Forder on 0400 094 925.
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 four (4) 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; and
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration registrations
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; 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 Friday, 29 September 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
