This is a 12 month fixed-term full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Western Australian College of Agriculture – Morawa (WACOA – Morawa) is a highly regarded Independent Public School, which enrols students from across Western Australia to study specialist agriculture courses and trade certificates, while living in a modern co-education, residential boarding facility. Students gain entry to the College through the successful completion of a ‘one-week trial’, followed by an interview of the student and parent/caregiver with the Principal.
The WACOA – Morawa is adjacent to the town site of Morawa which is situated 360km north of Perth. The property is 3,242ha and primarily a broad acre grain growing farm, but also accommodates Gelbvieh Cattle Stud, Merino and Crossbred Sheep flocks and Commercial Piggery enterprises. Morawa is a Midwest "Super Town" located only an hour from the coastal town of Dongara and an hour and a half from the Regional City of Geraldton.
The College delivers a quality agricultural education to students in Years 10, 11 and 12 through a combination of Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) Subjects and Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) qualifications which enables students to follow pathways to University or further study, or a General pathway to an apprenticeship, TAFE or employment. The College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and delivers National Training Package qualifications in Agriculture, Automotive and Engineering.
Find out more about our school by visiting morawaag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a valued member of our team, we envision you as a conscientious, flexible, and innovative educator deeply committed to the holistic development of every student. Actively engaging in both the school and wider community, you will reflect thoughtfully on your teaching practices and demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based decision-making and differentiation.
We seek motivated applicants with a passion for teaching at the secondary level, possessing a solid understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. In your role as a Secondary Generalist teacher, you will deliver a curriculum tailored to the diverse needs of all students, fostering an environment where every student is empowered to reach their full potential. Your dedication to academic excellence and high-quality teaching and learning will set the standard for our learning community.
We place high value on your strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, anticipating your active contribution to shaping and promoting the school's values, ethos, and priorities throughout the entire school community. Building positive relationships with students and fostering a passion for creating positive futures aligns seamlessly with our shared values and culture.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8020 per year
- District allowance of $3210 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1956 see info below.
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
Teachers and school administrators employed at Western Australian College Of Agriculture – Morawa in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $1956 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Elizabeth Boyce, Acting Principal on (08) 9971 4600 or emailing Mary.boyce@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. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
- 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/TCH936809
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 Monday, 9 December 2024
