This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Located in Seville Grove, Perth, Cecil Andrews College is an innovative and inclusive educational institution dedicated to creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Our commitment extends to students from Year 7 to Year 12, focusing on fostering their growth and success. At the heart of our mission is the unwavering dedication of our passionate staff, who are driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students, especially those who may face unique challenges in their educational journey.
At Cecil Andrews College, we are committed to fostering leadership development and providing abundant opportunities for growth through our Future Leaders Framework. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to engage with this framework, which is designed to nurture leadership skills and help you realise your full potential. We encourage our staff to take on leadership roles, collaborate with colleagues, and actively contribute to school initiatives. By participating in this framework, you can embark on a journey of professional growth, where your leadership abilities will be cultivated, and your innovative ideas will be encouraged. This is an environment where your leadership potential can flourish, and you can play a significant role in shaping the future of our college and our students' educational experiences.
Find out more about our school by visiting cecilandrewscollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Health and Physical Education teacher to join our friendly team. The successful applicant should have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to plan and implement effective teaching and learning programs and assist in departmental events.
They should also have the ability to develop positive, respectful relationships with their students and use effective interpersonal skills to work closely with students, colleagues, and the community.
The successful applicant should have the capability to create and maintain a supportive and safe learning environment in which students are able to achieve to their highest potential.
They should also have the skills to establish and maintain a positive classroom learning environment using Positive Behaviour Support and a ‘restorative’ approach that focuses on building resilience and self-confidence.
The successful applicant would be expected to be familiar with the Teaching for Impact framework and understand what effective teachers believe, know and do to enable students to succeed. The Successful applicant will ideally have training and experience in teaching Year 7 to 10 Health and Physical Education. The ability to teach Australian Football League (AFL), Outdoor Education or Certificate courses is desirable but not essential for the multiple positions available.
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 Nathan Squires, Head of Health & Physical Education, on (08) 9234 3400 or emailing nathan.squires@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/TCH938165
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, 2 December 2024
