Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Waddington Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Teacher – Early Childhood Education to join their friendly team.As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will possess outstanding interpersonal skills and have an ability to build effective working relationships with students, staff and the whole school community. The successful applicant should already have an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and be able to deliver content in an engaging manner.Waddington PS provides individual attention to all of our students from Kindergarten to Year six. We have a strong focus on pastoral care and value the positive relationships we have with our school community. We cater to families seeking individualised care and attention and a strong community.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.

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 Waddington Primary School can be found by visiting or .Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .Appointed applicants may be eligible forFor further job related information:Please contact Jemima Tomlinson, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9462 9500 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll 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 to five (4 to 5) page statement addressing the domains that govern the

, in context of the role and business needs of the school * A CV of up to four (4) 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 TRAININGEmployees 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

requirements; * complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;

• 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.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 13 May 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.