We are seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Forrestfield Primary School (PS) has expectations around being Proud, United and Good, and we challenge our students, staff and community to be Advocates, Involved and Excellent. Our core values are underpinned by our motto of 'Harmony Nurtures Excellence' and are committed to constantly question how we can improve as a school by reflecting on our achievements and considering how we can be 'even better if...'
Find out more about our school by visiting firstinforrestfield.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Forrestfield PS is on a whole school improvement journey where teachers are working together to improve practices to ensure consistent high-impact and explicit teaching occurs across the whole school.
We are seeking applicants who possess strong collaboration skills, high motivation, and a supportive attitude towards whole school processes. We highly value applicants who are dedicated to continuous professional growth and development and thrive in an environment that encourages feedback. Suitable applicants should value positive communication, interpersonal skills, and organisational abilities.
It is highly desirable that the suitable applicants are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community, and employ positive behaviour management and engagement strategies.
Forrestfield PS is a school of opportunity with varying and diverse roles that may arise during the life of this pool.
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 Jordan Truscott, Deputy Principal on (08) 9483 2083 or emailing jordan.truscott@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
- Compete 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 four (4) 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/TCH919841
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 September 2024
