Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA895356
Please note as of 10:30AM (AWST) on Friday, 24 May 2024 an amendment was made to the closing date.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Although this vacancy is listed as a full-time position, we will happily negotiate the FTE with the successful applicant. Applicants interested in part time roles are encouraged to apply.
WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin is seeing a hard-working Program Coordinator – Positive Culture and Wellbeing to joint their competent staff.
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7000.00 (see info below)
- 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation.
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave; and
- Subsidised relocation and accommodation costs (as applicable).
Teachers and school administrators employed at Western Australian College of Agriculture – Cunderdin in 2024 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
About our College
Our College provides Year 11 and 12 students with a unique educational experience focused on innovation and excellence. In 2023 our College was named ‘WA Small Training Provider of the Year’ at the WA Training Awards as well as awarded the bronze medal in the same category at the National Training Awards. Our College was a finalist in the WA Education Awards- Excellent in Teaching and Learning (Secondary). In 2021 we had a Beazley Medal (VET) recipient and in 2020 were named 2020 WA School of the Year (WACE attainment). Our College programs, facilities and student outcomes are continually acknowledged in the public realm, with our graduates being highly sought after by industry and employers.
The College is conveniently located in the beautiful Wheatbelt town of Cunderdin, 160kms east of Perth and has great sport and recreation facilities and a close-knit community feel.
About the role:
**Please note the College is happy to negotiate either 0.8FTE or 1.0FTE with the recommended applicant**
Our ideal applicant will have high expectations, display a commitment to excellence and have the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the broader College community.
We require a motivated, collaborative and highly organised leader who will build on and strengthen our College-wide values and positive culture. You will be required to lead our committed Student Services Team, the College-Wide Wellbeing Plan and support day-to-day student engagement, behaviour and wellbeing.
In addition, as the Positive Culture and Wellbeing Coordinator you will have the opportunity to:
- Work collaboratively with our students and the Student Council to ensure student voice is heard and informs planning, policy reform and practice
- Work with key stakeholders to enhance the ‘student experience’ and support the coordination of activities and student events
- Increase opportunities for student leadership
- Build on a sense of belonging, connectedness and pride for our College through clearly articulating our College values and expectations
- Increase the formal recognition of students who represent our College values and beliefs
- Provide mentoring and strategies for students requiring additional support
- Develop authentic and meaningful relationships with students, and have a deep understanding of the needs of male adolescents in particular
- Lead the development and implementation of a Staff Wellbeing Plan
Our Student Services Team currently consists of our Associate Principal, Residential Boarding Manager, Head of Curriculum, Assistant Farm Manager, School Psychologist, Chaplain and a representative from both ‘Trades’ and ‘Class’ areas. The team works collaboratively to identify and support students
This role will involve a teaching load of 0.4 - 0.6FTE. A proportion of the load will be allocated to the delivery of targeted health and wellbeing programs to students during ‘Wellbeing’ time with the remaining teaching load will be allocated to General/ATAR course delivery based on the successful applicant’s qualifications, skill set and timetabling needs.
This role is suited to an individual who is interested in a leadership role, committed to supporting student wellbeing and success and would also like to maintain their classroom ‘currency’ through maintaining a teaching load.
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 the following work related requirements:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that prove the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. 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.
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 WA College of Agriculture - Cunderdin can be found by visiting our Facebook page, Instagram page, our website or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Kelsey Berbari, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 9635 2100 or emailing kelsey.smith@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 four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- 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 and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- 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;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 24 May 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
