We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher - Primary for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Gidgegannup Primary School (PS) was opened in 1992 and is in the Shire of Swan and is outer Metropolitan. The school is in a very tranquil setting, being on the outskirts of town and backing onto a rural aspect. The classroom clusters are built on the contours of a hill using this elevation to advantage.
Gidgegannup PS is a level 4 primary school with a total enrolment of almost 200 students. A large proportion of our students travel to and from school on one of five buses. The school has three teaching blocks each consisting of a 5-classroom cluster, a resource block containing the school library, art room and music room. We currently provide Art, Music, Science, PE and our LOTE language is Chinese which is delivered online by video link with Beijing.
Find out more about our school by visiting gidgegannupps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Gidgegannup PS is seeking enthusiastic and skilled Primary Teachers to join their friendly school.
Suitable applicants should be dedicated educators who are highly effective classroom practitioners who prioritise evidence-based teaching practices. Providing students with high-quality, differentiated learning experiences while addressing the targets in the school business plan. You will ideally be a team orientated, positive teacher and will enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues, the school leadership, and the wider school community to ensure we fulfil our clear vision of ‘Doing our best for every learner every day’. Suitable applicants should display how you support and cater for all students’ learning needs in the classroom so that they are successful.
Gidgegannup PS whole school improvement agenda is focussed on quality teaching and learning and strengthening and developing school wide programs and processes. Training and or experience in the use of SoundsWrite would be advantageous in this role.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lauren Hook, Principal on (08) 9398 2250 or emailing Lauren.Hook@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Lauren Hook on 0413 997 821
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
- Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH917778
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 October 2024
