We are seeking to establish a pool of Humanities and Social Sciences Teachers 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.
Yanchep Secondary College (SC) provides young people in the Yanchep area with a high quality, comprehensive education. Yanchep SC opened in 2018 in a brand new purpose built school. We enrol students from year 7 to year 12 and offer a broad, high-level curriculum encompassing academic programs and vocational courses to provide students with opportunities to pursue learning interests which inspire and challenge them.
Our school is designed to give students access to specialist subject teaching and a challenging curriculum that inspires excellence. Yanchep SC is part of the Metropolitan Teaching Program for hard to staff schools which provides teaching staff with an additional allowance in additional to their normal entitlements.
Find out more about our school by visiting yanchepsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants should have proven abilities in learning program planning and high impact instructional practice to facilitate improved student outcomes in Humanities and Social Science. We are seeking teachers who are ideally strong team players who support improvement in teaching and learning in a senior high school environment. You should model a culture of self-reflection and engage in coaching practices which promote professional growth.
Applicants should have a moral purpose that aligns with making a difference in the lives of young people by preparing them to be active and productive adults. You will ideally support the commitment of creating a safe, student-centred environment while working with the Humanities and Social Science learning area to meet the learning needs of all students including students with disabilities and special needs.
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 Sharon Taylor, Deputy Principal on (08) 9562 8000 or emailing Sharon.Taylor2@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 (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 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/TCH921607
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 22 October 2024
