Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH845322
Appointment Pool
Maddington Education Support Centre (ESC) are seeking to establish a pool for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year.
Maddington ESC is seeking dedicated and reliable teachers to join our team. Suitable applicants will utilise innovative initiatives and be able to work effectively within and lead a dynamic team. Ideally teachers will need to be able to work with a variety of age-groups as we run a rotation system, which relies on 1:1 Individual education program (IEP) goals, so you could have to work with students of all ages with various diagnoses.
Maddington ESC is committed to providing safe and secure learning environments for all our students. We explicitly teach students how to self-regulate or ‘to empty their bucket’. Our Values are incorporated into all aspects of learning, and through our 1:1 rotations, which uses a direct instruction model.
It is desirable for applicants to have experience and knowledge of working with students with special needs. It would also be desirable for them to have skills and experiences in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Strategies, Direct Instruction, Key Word Sign, TouchChat (and other alternative communication strategies both electronic and low-tech versions) ICT (including the use of iPads, computers and interactive screens). 123 Magic for behaviour support and Trauma informed practice experience will be highly regarded. Special Education Needs reporting and Abilities Based Learning Education (ABLEWA) curriculum knowledge is also highly desirable.
Maddington ESC caters for students in years K - 6. Our students have varying degrees of intellectual and/or physical disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. We share a Campus with Maddington Primary School in the suburb of Maddington.
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 Maddington ESC can be found by visiting maddingtonesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information
Please contact Joanne Markovic, Principal by telephoning (08) 9205 5950 or emailing joanne.markovic@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Ashley Temple (Deputy) on 0430 113 989.
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 three (3) 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 Friday, 20 October 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
