Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH906794
This is a six (6) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension.
Nungarin Primary School (PS) is seeking a motivated and passionate primary teacher to join our small teaching team for the remainder of 2024 with a possible extension.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- free relocation
About the role
The successful applicant will be fully supported in planning and providing high quality, engaging teaching, and learning programs that are designed to meet our student’s needs.
Our school boasts a positive culture and builds strong student and family relationships. Our focus is on a commitment to improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child. Knowledge of the MultiLit suite would be a bonus but not a requirement, training can be provided. Ideally applicants will have experience in explicit teaching, instructional strategies, and differentiation.
Our school
Nungarin PS is a very small Eastern Wheatbelt rural school, 41 km North of Merredin. Our primary school is a very important part of this close-knit community. We actively partake in local activities and encourage community members to engage with us and assist in our school. We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Central to our school's purpose is high quality teaching, explicit learning across all curriculum areas with a strong focus on English and Mathematics. Our school is renowned for professional staff and a strong commitment to giving children the best educational opportunities.
At Nungarin PS the rich, harmonious, and friendly tone of the students, parents, families, and the broader community bring together the perfect atmosphere for a student to establish a sense of belonging, enhance learning opportunities and thrive toward their goals.
The Location and Community
Nungarin is located 268km east of Perth in the central Wheatbelt. Halfway between the bigger communities of Merredin and Mukinbudin which offer services such as shopping, medical, and sporting clubs. Many tourists’ attractions to explore are all within a few hours travel from Nungarin.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 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 Nungarin Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Leonie Matthews, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Nungarin, by telephoning (08) 9046 4300 or emailing Leonie.Matthews@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Leonie Matthews on 0429 481 003.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (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;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- 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, 26 July 2024.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.