This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.
Riverton Primary School (PS), an Independent public-school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are an inclusive community where students work collaboratively in a rich learning environment to achieve their academic, social and emotional potential. We have a strong focus on English, Mathematics and Science to ensure students are supported and equipped for their future learning and experience. Other learning areas include Music, Japanese, Art, Science, Technology, Engineering and Physical Education.
Find out more about our school by visiting Riverton Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
Riverton PS is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and dynamic Physical Education Teacher to deliver engaging and innovative lessons from Year 1 to Year 6. The successful applicant will ideally have a strong commitment to high-quality teaching practices that inspire a love of physical activity, wellbeing, and healthy lifestyles. The role requires evidence-based approaches aligned with the Department of Education’s Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS) and the Teaching for Impact Framework, ensuring all students are supported to achieve their potential. A deep understanding of differentiation and the ability to tailor teaching for english as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) students, as well as those with learning difficulties and disabilities, is desirable. This position also prioritises the inclusion of students from Riverton Education Support Centre (RESC) into mainstream programs, creating an environment where all students can thrive.
Exceptional organisational skills are fundamental to this role. The successful applicant should plan, coordinate, and deliver a variety of school-wide sporting programs, including whole school events, interschool competitions, sporting clinics, and excursions. They will ideally be adept at managing competing priorities, ensuring events are well-executed and promote student participation and engagement. The ability to skilfully and strategically operate the Physical Education Cost Centre to support physical education outcomes will also be a prominent aspect of the role. Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure seamless integration of events and programs into the broader school calendar, is highly valued.
The successful applicant should have outstanding public relations and communication skills to effectively engage with all members of the school community. Teachers at Riverton PS build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents, and external stakeholders. Clear and open communication will ensure a shared understanding of the school’s goals for physical education and foster strong community support for programs and events. This role requires the ability to represent Riverton PS professionally in various contexts, acting as an ambassador for the school’s commitment to healthy, active lifestyles.
If you are a passionate educator dedicated to making a positive impact through physical education, we invite you to apply and join our vibrant and supportive school 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.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brandon Ellis, Deputy Principal on 9237 2750 or 0418 211 601 or brandon.ellis@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 three (3) 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/TCH939740
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, 6 December 2024
