This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Bob Hawke College in Subiaco opened in February 2020 to more than 250 Year 7 students and is the first high density public secondary college in Western Australia. We understand the importance of looking after the wellbeing of the whole child. Every student at our College will be well known and valued. Our pastoral care approach has been specifically designed to support young adults. Specialist staff provide students with individual support as well as health and wellbeing programs. All our teaching and essential services staff excel in their profession and inspire and motivate students, encouraging them to take responsibility for themselves, for others and for the world around them.
Student achievement and endeavour is at the heart of Bob Hawke College. We encourage our students to challenge themselves across areas of learning, to extend themselves to achieve their personal best and excel in areas of interest.
Find out more about our school by visiting bobhawkecollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Bob Hawke College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Mathematics Teacher to join their team of committed mathematics educators. Our ideal applicant would have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and be committed to achieving exceptional educational outcomes for all students. Applicants will ideally use their skills to contribute to the development of the Mathematics Department and effectively build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels as we continue to grow our vibrant and innovative College.
As a Mathematics teacher at Bob Hawke, you should ideally create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, focussing on the development of the whole child. The successful applicant should have the following attributes: The ability to display care; curiosity about learning and about learners; be invested in the College and the community; and be reflective about themselves and their practice is highly desirable.
Mathematics Teachers at Bob Hawke College are part of a high performing team that work closely together to promote a love of mathematics, problem-solving skills, and a growth mindset in our young people. We have a passion for teaching and learning and enjoy exploring new pedagogical processes. Our mathematics program is very innovative and continuum-based, with a focus on inclusivity and providing individualised learning, using Maths Pathway as the primary resource in Years 7 and 8. New members of our mathematics team should be comfortable working with technology as an integral part of their teaching practice. They should also embrace an open-door teaching style and be ready to team teach combined classes of children through a program of problem-solving tasks and mathematical explorations that is a key part of our mathematics courses.
The successful applicant will ideally be innovative, knowledgeable, and possess a high level of instructional and curriculum expertise whilst keeping abreast of the latest developments within Mathematics teaching. It is important for teachers at Bob Hawke College to have high expectations, display a commitment to excellence, use a range of pedagogies and have the ability to establish and maintain a positive and engaging classroom learning environment. Teachers at Bob Hawke work collaboratively and continually develop their practice through the College’s Professional Development program as part of professional learning teams.
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 John Burke, Principal on (08) 9222 5600 or John.Burke@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
- Compete the online application, including details of two 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 two (2) 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 one (1) 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/TCH938386
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 Thursday, 5 December 2024
