This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2024 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Quairading District High School (DHS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative Health and Physical Education teacher to run our K-10 program.

For more than 100 years, Quairading DHS has provided an exceptional education to students from the surrounding community. We have a strong reputation for inclusivity and environmental awareness; are strongly connected to the community and together we inspire success.

Our school is located 167km from Perth and currently caters for approximately 150 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school provides a facility for Year 11 and 12 students to study through the School of Isolated and Distance Education. Five school buses service our families who live out of town.

Find out more about our school by visiting QuairadingDHS.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated, and skilled educator who is committed to improving the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing for every child, every day, through curriculum delivery, whole school programs, and extracurricular activities.

We are seeking applicants who possess high quality teaching skills and knowledge. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be a collegial, effective collaborator.

It is highly desirable that the successful applicant is committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community. They should possess a strong capacity to plan differentiated and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum.

Additional responsibilities will include a time allocation to coordinate:

• school carnivals (with assistance from current staff)
• lunch time sporting activities
• whole school student health and wellbeing program (in conjunction with classroom teachers)

Flexibility exists to offer full-time or 0.8FTE over four (4) days for a suitable candidate.

We encourage graduate teachers to fast-track their professional journey in Quairading, experiencing life in a progressive rural community. You will be provided with opportunities beyond the ‘oval and classroom’ and be coached and guided by a caring and progressive leadership team and experienced teaching colleagues. Staff develop and sustain strong relationships with all students at Quairading DHS, based on mutual respect. Our school is known for its 'family' atmosphere.

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 $8,020 per year
• 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

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 Michael Oliver, Principal, on (08) 9645 3500 or emailing Michael.Oliver@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 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: SS/TCH911095

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, 23 August 2024.