- 12 month fixed term, part-time (1.0FTE) commencing Term 1. 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
- 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) commencing Term 1. 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Thornlie Senior High School's (SHS) vision is to Engage, Inspire and Achieve. At Thornlie Senior High School, students fulfil their aspirations working in an environment that emphasises the importance of respectful relationships and the achievement of personal best.
As a Perth government school we are a proud Independent Public Secondary School with nearly five decades of experience in providing a successful education to our 1200 Year 7 to 12 students, helping them to identify their aspirations and achieve their personal goals.
Thornlie SHS fosters a middle-school model for Year 7 students that smooths the transition between Primary and High school, allows for greater pastoral care and individual success, and nurtures a strong team spirit amongst staff.
Find out more about our school by visiting Thornlie Senior High School or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicants should be willing to teach across a range of Learning Areas for students in Year 7. Ideally you will have public school experience and secondary qualifications. The role would suit applicants who are highly organised and have excellent written and oral communication skills. Teachers who can create a learning environment that is differentiated, challenging, caring, and creative and that caters for a wide range of needs so all students may achieve and progress are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants should have the ability to work collaboratively to plan and implement effective teaching and learning plans. They will provide excellence in creating and maintaining supportive and safe learning environments and provide educational opportunities and activities which enable students to achieve their highest potential. With effective interpersonal skills, suitable applicants will work closely with students, colleagues and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students.
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 Dee Kennedy, Deputy Principal, on (08) 62357948 or emailing Desman.kennedy@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 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 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/TCH929480
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
