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Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Leeming Senior High School
Teacher - Dance
00004186
Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH880008
This is a nine (9) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term (2), 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency
Leeming Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and committed Teacher - Dance to join their team. The ability to teach across other Arts subjects is highly desirable.
The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent curriculum knowledge across years 7-12, and display skills and experience in Dance. Interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to contribute positively to a team environment are essential. In addition, you will work closely with students and staff to prepare and present performances across the school year. The successful applicant will ideally possess the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school Arts curriculum. As an expert practitioner you will have a commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection.
The successful applicant will develop a supportive and positive classroom environment, have proven skills in behaviour management and evidence-based pedagogy. They will have a commitment to inclusive education and a strategic approach in planning for improved student outcomes that aligns with our pedagogical framework of Visible Learning.
Leeming SHS enjoys a positive reputation, both for the excellent educational opportunities it offers and for its high standards of achievement and behaviour. Utilising a strong BYOD policy, we are at the forefront of integrating technology with explicit teaching to ensure that our students, from wide multicultural backgrounds, are supported to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of the curriculum. Our students are encouraged to interact with each other and with the wider community in a positive, constructive and socially responsible manner. We seek to achieve Harmony and strive for Excellence. Our motto of Harmony and Excellence is embedded in our strategic and operational plans and guides all members of our School Community to rise to their potential and care for each other.
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 ):
- Professional knowledge;
- Professional practice; and
- Professional engagement.
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.
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Please contact Melinda Hansen, Teaching and Learning Coordinator by telephoning (08) 9237 6800 or emailing
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 four (4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the
- 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.
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
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- meet the Department of Education
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 27 February 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.