This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2024
At Belmont City College (CC) our Inclusive Education (IE) Hub provides individual and targeted learning programs to support around 25 students with a range of disabilities. Our program is unique in that it is centrally based in the school and students have opportunities to access learning experiences across the school.
Belmont CC is a public secondary school located in Belmont, six kilometres east of Perth, Western Australia. Our College provides a variety of programs including our A Plus academic excellence program in partnership with the University of Western Australia, a Music Excellence program and an Approved Specialist Program in Contemporary Drama.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.belmontcc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Belmont CC is seeking to employ an enthusiastic, highly motivated, positive, and knowledgeable Teacher - Education Support
We are seeking to employ a dedicated, relationship-focused, and highly effective Teacher – Education Support with expertise supporting students with learning support needs. The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills and will enjoy leading a collaborative and connected team who are united by a strong shared vision to achieve successful outcomes for every student in our care.
The Teacher – Education Support of Inclusion will work collaboratively with the School Leadership team to provide a positive and inclusive educational environment that provides support for individual students with complex learning needs within our IE Hub. They will work in collaboration with Teachers and Education Assistants to ensure teaching and learning adjustments for students with disabilities and learning difficulties are implemented across the curriculum to meet individual student needs. They will have a hands-on role in supporting teachers to develop and implement curriculum.
A high level of interpersonal skills and drive, with the ability to establish and maintain networks, both internally and externally, will be highly regarded. The successful applicant should have the ability to foster positive relationships with all key stakeholders and to provide timely and appropriate support to students, staff, and families, using a case management model. They should possess exceptional organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise, keep accurate records and the ability to analyse data to inform planning and practice that improves outcomes for students.
The ideal candidate for this position should possess knowledge and skills in some or all of the areas below:
- Contemporary, evidence-based practices related to various learning disabilities and learning difficulties.
- Development and review of Individual Education Plans.
- Leadership and support of teachers (and EAs) working with identified students that require differentiated educational delivery, behaviour support and management.
- Liaison with Student Services and external agencies to ensure comprehensive planning and support for students with identified learning needs.
- Applying for and reviewing the schools Disability Resourcing applications.
- Managing and ensuring compliance with National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
- Compliance with schools’ data recording requirements and processes.
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 Lisa Bell, Associate Principal, on (08) 9473 9800 or emailing lisa.bell1@education.wa.edu.au
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 four (4) 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/TCH918746
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 11 September 2024
