Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH848907
Appointment Pool
North Balga Primary School (PS) is 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.
Suitable applicants will ideally be committed, proactive teachers, dedicated to shaping the future of our children. They will ideally have high levels of team work, an engaging approach and the ability to develop relationships with children, parents and community members to ensure that we continually strive to achieve excellence in the academic, social, emotional, behavioural and sporting aspects of each student’s school life.
We are seeking suitable applicants to develop the whole child, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required in our ever-changing world. Applicants with experience in integrating information and communication technologies into their classroom practice to enhance and engage the student’s learning will be highly regarded.
North Balga PS have a supportive team that promotes positive relationships between students, staff, parents and the local community. Staff work collaboratively to create a school culture of respect and acceptance. Suitable applicants will ideally have an understanding of and an ability to implement restorative practices with students. They will also display understanding of and an ability to implement trauma informed practice. Experience in curriculum leadership would be an advantage.
At North Balga Primary School, our vision is to create a brighter future for all. We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school community is very diverse. Children from many different cultures and backgrounds attend our school leading to an enriching school experience. This provides your child with an amazing opportunity to learn about Aboriginal and other cultures from around the world.
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 North Balga Primary School can be found by visiting northbalgaps.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 Grant Kennedy, Principal by telephoning (08) 9442 9000 or emailing grant.kennedy@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Grant Kennedy on 0438 928 997
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 maximum 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, 13 October 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
