Cassia Primary School and Cassia Education Support Centre are seeking to establish a pool of K-6 and Education Support Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The Role
Suitable applicants will ideally use explicit teaching strategies and exhibit effective classroom management skills to enhance student learning and wellbeing. Applicants should also be flexible, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to professional learning and a high-level of participation in collaborative team planning.
They will plan, program and assess using an integrated curriculum, differentiated to meet individual student needs. Applicants will also ideally have highly effective teaching practices, an ability to self-reflect and a willingness to seek constant improvement in their own practice.
We are seeking applicants who are hardworking and knowledgeable about a range of disabilities and the implementation of strategies to support and enhance individual development in all areas. Teachers in an education support environment positively manage a team of Education Assistants to create a safe and supportive learning environment for students. They engage with and contribute to the school community and work collaboratively with families, therapists, and outside agencies to improve student outcomes.
Cassia Primary School
Cassia Primary School is an Independent Public school on Kariyarra land in South Hedland. We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. We live by our school vision to Inspire, Believe and Achieve, through Excellence.
We are proud of and embrace our local culture. We recognise our community as having a diverse range of cultures, with children from 14 different language backgrounds. With a strong school community that works together, we aim to deliver a caring, supportive and safe environment in which all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Find out more about this school by visiting Schools Online
Cassia Education Support Centre
Cassia Education Support Centre caters to students identified with intellectual or physical special needs, providing education from Kindergarten to Year 6. Situated alongside Cassia Primary School, we proudly serve as the only Specialist ESC in the Pilbara. Drawing students from diverse backgrounds, we embrace and celebrate the rich tapestry of experiences within our school community. Since our establishment on May 4, 1990, we've earned acclaim for delivering inclusive and relevant education with care.
Staff at the Centre are passionate and caring and work in a collaborative and dynamic environment. The school community is warm and embracing of new staff.
Find out more about this school by visiting Schools Online
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 $10,210 - $13,730 a year
- locality allowance of $3,976 a 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
- subsidised leave travel during major vacations
- vehicle relocation
- air-conditioning subsidy
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 and working at Cassia Primary School, please contact Jacqueline Barry, Principal Cassia Primary School on (08) 9172 8400 or Jacqueline.Barry@education.wa.edu.au
For more information about this opportunity and working at Cassia Education Support Centre, please contact Priscilla Jadzinski, Principal Cassia Education Support Centre on (08) 9172 3162 or Priscilla.Jadzinski@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 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 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/TCH910548
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 14 August 2024
