Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH787351
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023
Shorehaven Primary School (PS) is seeking a positive and enthusiastic Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher to work with existing teachers to grow the school’s academic and non-academic performance.
The successful applicant should have strong teaching experience and extensive knowledge of the Early Childhood Curriculum and practice. The ideal candidate should have high interpersonal and engagement skills to support and connect with students and staff members. Shorehaven PS is looking for a team player that can easily adapt and has the flexibility to adjust their tasks to work effectively as part of a Kindergarten to Year 3 team.
A positive behaviours approach to behaviour management is embraced by our school with an emphasis on teaching students how to behave through weekly behaviour focus points and rewards for positive behaviours. The successful applicant should be respectful and embrace the school values and practices such as the positive behaviour approach.
Shorehaven PS is in its foundation year of operation. With the Indian Ocean as its backdrop, Shorehaven PS is the first primary school of its kind in Western Australia. Purpose built, the school will cater for the rapidly growing estates of Shorehaven, Amberton Beach, Alkimos Vista and Elavale. Amongst its facilities you will find two double storey teaching blocks, a large undercover area and many interesting play spaces for our students to access.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers):
- Professional knowledge;
- Professional practice; and
- Professional engagement.
Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Shorehaven Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information:
Please contact David Hall, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9561 4800 or emailing david.hall2@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 28 November 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.