This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Byford Secondary College (SC) is an Independent Public School approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD. The College opened in 2015 and currently has a cohort of over 1500 Year 7 to Year 12 students with annual growth in student enrolments. Our College provides for the secondary education needs of students from Byford and the surrounding communities.
Byford SC has become a focal point for secondary education provision for students with disabilities with our inclusion facilities. Our motto, Aspire to Excellence, clearly articulates our vision of being the secondary school of choice for the local community, which provides a comprehensive suite of subjects from Year 7 to Year 12.
Find out more about our school by visiting byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Byford SC is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dedicated educator who will have the role of Instructional Coach in the Health and Physical Education (HPE) Learning Area. The successful applicant will have a pivotal role in the development and implementation of the department’s Quality Teaching Strategy and the College Instructional Framework.
We are committed to excellence in teaching and learning and are seeking a like-minded teacher with a passion for teaching secondary students and a sound understanding of the West Australian HPE curriculum. The successful applicant will ideally have experience in high impact instruction and a desire to build collective efficacy in the teaching team to successfully engage students in HPE. A strong interest and experience in mentoring graduate teachers will be highly valued. Ability to teach Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Health Studies is highly desirable.
The successful applicant should be an active contributor to the HPE Learning Area and reflective in their practice to support professional growth and improvement of educational outcomes for all students. The ability to differentiate curriculum and implement innovative approaches to improve outcomes for both high and low achieving students is a key element in this role. You should build and model positive relationships with your students and be passionate about creating positive futures for all 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 Lauren Findlay, Associate Principal, on (08) 9526 7700 or emailing Lauren.Findlay@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 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/TCH938034
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) Tuesday, 3 December 2024
