This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Dianella Secondary College (SC) is an innovative and forward thinking multicultural public secondary school. With a rich, and diverse history, the college has a long and proud tradition of producing outstanding young people who successfully graduate with opportunities to enter university, further training, or the workforce.
Dianella SC is proud to be part of the Metropolitan Teaching Program, which not only enriches our educational community but also provides valuable financial incentives for our dedicated teachers. As a teacher at Dianella SC you can receive up to $3000 a year depending on location and you can also receive permanency after two years’ continuous and satisfactory service.
Find out more about our school by visiting Dianella Secondary College or Schools Online
The Role
Dianella SC is seeking an outstanding Mathematics Teacher to join our dynamic, collaborative, and experienced Mathematics team and be pivotal in the future success of our students.
The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate teacher of Mathematics, with a commitment to high expectations for all students. Applicants should be able to display innovative and inclusive classroom practice, cultivating a safe and supportive learning environment for students of varying ability levels across Year 7 to Year 12 and within partnership with New North Education Initiative (NNEI) schools.
As a Mathematics teacher you should posess the capacity and willingness to teach Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Mathematics subjects. The ability to teach Mathematics Methods will be considered an advantage.
The successful applicant will ideally work to improve student performance in literacy and numeracy, and work with students to provide appropriate intervention and support for improvement. Teachers at Dianella SC are committed to building a positive culture of success where students strive to achieve their personal best.
The applicant should also display a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, in line with Dianella SC whole school pedagogy framework. Applicants should display an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, and the ability to develop and deliver a broad spectrum of secondary Mathematics curriculum, through a wide range of teaching models. The successful applicant should be able to display the ability to differentiate the curriculum in an engaging and relevant manner.
You will ideally possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills that allow you to build and maintain collaborative and respectful partnerships across the college and the wider community.
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.
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Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kasun Tennakoon, Deputy Principal on (08) 9345 9200 or kasun.tennakoon@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Kasun Tennakoon, Deputy Principal on 0422 280 382
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 (2) 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 two (2) 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/TCH923540
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 Friday, 18 October 2024
