AddressAt Penrhos, we have an audacious vision for our future – to revolutionise girls’ education so we can all live a future without boundaries. As part of that vision, we seek staff who are innovative, enthusiastic, and ready to consider new ways of doing things, for the benefit of our students.
As a leader in girls’ education, Penrhos makes four key commitments:
- We see no ceilings – only sky.
- We encourage our students to make their own adventure,
- We always look to find the fun; and
- We foster an aspiration for students and staff to be a force for good.
We believe Courage Starts Here – and seek to embed this across all aspects of the College.
We are a Uniting Church day and boarding school for girls, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Como, close to the river and Perth CBD. You can read more about our strategic direction and what it means to us here.
The College is currently seeking two enthusiastic Secondary School Mathematics Teachers to join our team from Term 3 2024.
Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Secondary School Teacher of Mathematics for Semester 2 2024.
This role will teach across Years 7 to 12, including ATAR and will see you join a highly experienced and collaborative team. The specific classes will be tailored to suit the experience of the incumbents and the best interest of the department.
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Penrhos believes in helping our staff members to “SOAR” to their highest potential and we have a robust and supportive program for graduate teachers.
Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Maths Mentor Coordinator, ongoing
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovated Mathematics Teacher to oversee the Maths Mentor Program at the College. We are looking for someone to inspire, to challenge and to inform students and staff of the wonders of Mathematics and where it can lead to.
To be successful you will have a passion for Mathematics and the ability to extend students' mathematical skills and understanding beyond the traditional curriculum. This position may suit candidates working at a tertiary level or those interested in a non-traditional education role.
Maths Mentoring occurs before and after school and on a withdrawal basis during the school day. Whilst there is some flexibility in the role, there is an expectation that the successful candidate will be on campus 3 or 4 days a week.
As part of our Strategic Direction, we aim to provide our girls with ‘inspirational student experiences’ where our students are at the centre of all we do. As a teacher at Penrhos, you will play a significant role in planning, delivering and reflecting on the learning experiences in your classroom as well as providing a safe, supportive and respectful environment that is essential for positive student wellbeing. We are inspired by engaging, challenging and empowering our students to be the best learners they can be. At Penrhos we believe in developing experiences that shape the whole person, the unique Mind, Heart, Body and Spirit of each individual and this leads to inspiring our girls to become extraordinary women.
Applications close 8 am Monday 20 May 2024.
The successful applicant will have:- A Bachelor of Education or a degree qualification supported by a Post Graduate Diploma of Education
- Current TRBWA Membership including a Working with Children card (WWC)
- Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.
- Commitment to providing students with a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.
The following essential criteria must be addressed with evidence in the cover letter document:
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching Secondary School Mathematics across a range of ability levels based on the Western Australian Curriculum.
- An academic record which demonstrates an ability to foster personal best and the opportunity to achieve academic excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate learning experiences to cater for the learning needs of all students.
- Ability to integrate technology into curriculum delivery to provide opportunity for students to develop 21st Century Skills.
- Competitive salary package– depending on skills and experience
- Staff discount on tuition fees after successful completion of probationary period
- Excellent working environment and state-of-the-art facilities
- Free Parking
- Salary Packaging
- Boarders Long weekend in Terms 1, 2 and 3
For further details, please view the position statements below:
Maths Mentor Coordinator
Secondary School Teacher of Mathematics
Applications close 8 am Monday 20 May 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Your Application must include:
- Cover letter stating why you are applying for the position and providing evidence of your key skills and experience for this position. (Maximum 2 pages)
- Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions.
- Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.
- Submission of Application: When submitting your application please combine your cover letter and resume into one document to upload.
Please send through your application in one document to ************@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing
All children and young people who come to Penrhos College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in student’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
The College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.
Each member of the College community has a responsibility to understand the importance and specific role that they play individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do and every decision that they make.
Disclaimer
Penrhos reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.
Only persons with unlimited rights to work in Australia need apply.
No agency calls please. Applications will not be accepted through recruitment agencies for this role.
