Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH847968

Suitable applicants from recently advertised process IPS/TCH838360 need not apply.

Appointment Pool

Henley Brook Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Kindergarten to Year 6 Teachers (including specialists) 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.

Our school will be built to accommodate 430 students in permanent buildings, and up to more than 700 students in transportable buildings from Kindergarten to Year 6, from within the rapidly growing suburbs of Brabham and Henley Brook (located in the Swan Valley, near Whiteman Park). We will strive to create a connected community, because when students feel connected to their teachers, and parents feel a connection with the school, students are best positioned to thrive.

The Leadership Team is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic teachers who will be committed to establishing a culture of excellence through collaboration and connection. Suitable applicants will ideally be flexible, solutions-focused, trustworthy, adaptable, and possess an openness and capacity for learning as we build our school from the ground up.

In partnership with families, our goal is for all students to make year on year growth. We will provide innovative and engaging learning experiences, which promote individual excellence and develops social responsibility. We aim to support the social, emotional and academic growth of each student through evidence-based practices, supportive learning environments and a strong pastoral care approach focusing on student well-being. Classrooms at Henley Brook PS will be appealing and welcoming, promoting a positive classroom tone. Clear routines and structures will be established, ensuring every student feels safe, secure and supported.

High performing learning communities consistently use evidence-based teaching and learning practices that prioritise the reflective use of data and embedded differentiation to support all students. Teachers at Henley Brook PS should adopt high impact teaching strategies and use ongoing formative assessment to provide feedback to students at the point of error, measure student progress, differentiate teaching and plan next steps in learning.

While literacy and numeracy will be priority areas; science, technology, physical education, the arts and humanities will be interwoven to ensure students receive a holistic, well-balanced education. The Science of Learning will shape our instructional framework which will include daily reviews and be built around the principles of Cognitive Load Theory. Our instructional framework will include explicit instruction of core knowledge and skills as well as provide opportunities for students to consolidate and deepen this knowledge through a range of rich learning experiences.

Teachers within our Early Childhood Education phase of learning should promote the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. They should recognise that children need opportunities to interact and build trusting relationships. Programs should include planned, purposeful play, balanced with the explicit teaching of essential foundation skills and concepts.

Suitable applicants will ideally be committed to reflective teaching practices through active participation in a culture of professional growth. This will include coaching, classroom observation and feedback as well as teachers who are committed to their own professional learning to ensure they maintain and build on contemporary, evidence-based approaches. The Henley Brook PS teaching team will participate in whole school, phase of learning and curriculum teams to contribute and commit to a whole school approach to teaching and learning. Our educators should be committed to continuous self-improvement and building their leadership skills both within and beyond the classroom.

Teachers at Henley Brook PS will ideally embrace a culturally inclusive curriculum that reflects the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of our school community. They will receive ongoing training and support to ensure a continued focus on culturally inclusive practices.

Effective relationships and partnerships promote positive outcomes for students. We are seeking teachers with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, which underpin professional and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. At Henley Brook PS all stakeholders will work together to build a thriving learning community, where students are at the heart of everything we do.

Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.

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 Henley Brook Primary School can be found by visiting henleybrookps.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 Daniel Bergin, Principal by telephoning 0407 993 379 or emailing Daniel.Bergin@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; and
• 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; 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, 6 October 2023

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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