Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH842192
Appointment Pool
Duncraig Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of Digital Technologies Teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2023 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2024.
Teachers at all stages of their career are encouraged to apply including new graduates. Successful candidates will specialise in Digital Technologies and ideally possess the professional knowledge, understanding and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school 7-12 Digital Technologies curriculum to reflect current Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) innovations. Experience in teaching Year 11 and 12 Computer Science (General & ATAR) would be highly desirable.
A broad skill set, and knowledge in areas such as Cybersecurity, Gaming, Artificial Intelligence and Python programming language would be desirable. A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment would be beneficial but not essential to this role.
Suitable applicants should be highly committed, collaborative and possess a strong ability to work in a team. Duncraig SHS has a significant focus on the quality of teaching and learning that takes place with a particular focus on maximising student engagement and learning outcomes. Duncraig SHS operates a 1:1 personal ICT device policy that is firmly embedded across all Learning Areas. A familiarity with SEQTA would be well regarded as this is the online learning management system, which is used extensively at Duncraig SHS.
Duncraig SHS is situated in the north-western suburbs on the coastal strip 18km from Perth. We cater for students from Year 7 to Year 12 and are a school of high standards where the care and progress of every child is our first priority. We continue to improve our resources and facilities through the support of our Board, our parent body and the Education Department.
Our staff are carefully selected for their commitment to the delivery of quality education and for their willingness to adhere to the School values and enhance the traditions. Duncraig SHS is part of a thriving community where students have a voice and regularly return to continue their engagement.
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 Duncraig SHS can be found by visiting duncraigshs.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 Nicole Van Wyk, Head of Learning Area –Technologies by telephoning (08) 6241 5441 or emailing nicole.vanwyk@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Nicole Van Wyk on 0426 968 293.
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; and
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements.
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 Tuesday, 17 October 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
