Full-Time
Greenbushes Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher to join their school. Applicants are required to hold a qualification in Early Childhood to undertake this role, which will include work in a Kindergarten setting.
The successful applicant will teach our very small Kindergarten/Pre-Primary class of 8-10 students, 3 days per week. Additionally, the role includes teaching our year 1-3 class 1 day per week, and providing DOTT to other teachers 1 day per week. Capacity to teach LOTE (Noongar in particular) would be highly regarded in this selection process. As the only full-time teaching position in the school, the successful applicant will also be expected to take a leading role in the school's Fogarty School Improvement process, which commences in 2020. As such, experience with explicit direct instruction and/or Fogarty EDvance will be highly regarded.
You will also be highly motivated, innovative, enthusiastic, flexible and have the ability to create an effective, engaging and inclusive learning environment based on high expectations. The ability to work effectively in teams is essential and the demonstrated capacity to lead and support the development of other staff is highly desirable.
Greenbushes PS is part of a tight-knit and supportive community. We enjoy strong links and partnerships with local mining and associated industries, through which many of our families are employed. Students have exciting opportunities for community involvement and exposure to STEM in authentic contexts, enriched by the support of our local industries and other community groups.
Our experienced and friendly staff welcome new employees with support and encouragement, and our small class sizes mean that there is a strong sense of community within the school. The successful applicant will be a motivated and driven educator, keen to make a real difference in the lives of students. He/she will possess strong leadership qualities and a can-do attitude toward school improvement. Broad curriculum knowledge and an understanding of current educational research, particularly in the area of Reading Science, will be highly regarded.
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 Greenbushes PS can be found by visiting
www.greenbushes.com.au or
Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for
recognition of prior service.
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Kylie Loney, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Greenbushes, by telephoning (08) 9764 3535 or emailing
Kylie.Jones3@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 cover letter of up to two (2) pages 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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position;
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (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.
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ELIGIBILITY
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; and
- be eligible for, or registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or trb.wa.gov.au.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement; and
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
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