Teacher - English

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH894724

Appointment Pool

Morley Senior High School is seeking to establish a pool of English Teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2025.

Suitable applicants should ideally be expert, passionate teachers of English and Literature with a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. They should be able to display an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and experience in developing and delivering a broad spectrum of English curriculum, using a wide range of teaching models. Qualifications and experience in teaching Literature will be considered highly desirable.

Ideally applicants will be inclusive in their practice and be able to cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment for students in varying ability levels across Year 7-12. Suitable applicants will be highly proficient in motivating and engaging students through their relevant and meaningful learning programs and be able to demonstrate the effective use of information and communication technologies in the teaching of English and Literature.

We are looking for dynamic and collaborative individuals who are committed to working effectively as part of a team and who strive to connect and inspire with staff, students, and the wider school community. The successful applicants will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills and be relationship focused with the expectation that they are able to take on course leadership responsibilities. Building positive relationships with students, student and the community are important components of the role. You should have a strong evidence-based approach to teaching, are reflective in assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice to support professional growth and be able to display how your pedagogy has actively resulted in improved outcomes and progression for your students.

Morley’s vision is to celebrate diversity and cater for the needs of all students, with the goal of everyone achieving their personal best. We strive to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high expectations in a supportive, engaging, and vibrant learning environment. We recognise and honour our cultural and ethnic diversity and promote understanding through our academic and extra-curricular endeavours. We value and promote personal and social responsibility, as well as student leadership through a variety of programs and partnerships.

Students in Years 7 to 10 have access to engaging programs, including Department of Education approved specialist programs in Aviation and School of Screen and Media (Multimedia and Broadcasting). The Performance Plus program incorporates students-led learning opportunities and encourages students to become critical thinkers. Students develop problem-solving skills to address real-life issues in a cross-curricular setting.

Our six core values are continuously highlighted to students to assist them in believing and working toward achieving their potential and to become active Australian citizens.

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 Morley Senior High School can be found by visiting morleyshs.wa.edu.au or 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 Kirstie Giglia, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9376 55***or emailing **************@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 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***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.
• 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 Teacher Qualifications and Registration 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.
• 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 Thursday, 23 May 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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