Teacher - English

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH871164

Appointment Pool

Lynwood Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic English Teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise for the start of Term 2, 2024. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year. 

Suitable applicants with a deep knowledge of the Year 7 to 12 English curriculum will be highly regarded. Outstanding application of assessment and reporting practices, which include a high level of data analysis skills to monitor the progress of students and classes; along with experience in planning and delivering programs for a range of student’s capabilities, including academic extension and special education needs, is desirable.

Ideally, suitable candidates will be highly motivated, student and relationship focused, and able to provide engaging, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences. Working within a dynamic team, the successful applicant will utilise their highly effective interpersonal skills to work closely with students, colleagues, and the community to assist students to achieve to their potential.

The following additional elements would be highly desirable:

• Experience teaching students from non-English speaking backgrounds and EALD.
• Experience teaching Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and General Senior School classes, including Foundation.
• Experience in engaging students in outreach programs.
• Experience in planning and delivering programs for students who are academically motivated and students who require a modified curriculum as intervention.

Actively implementing Lynwood’s approach to Tier 1 consistent practice, using high impact teaching strategies and the principles of Explicit Instruction (EI), will be central to the position. 

Lynwood SHS is an Independent Public School that caters for students in Years 7 to 12. We have a reputation for our outstanding approach to the care of every student, together with a commitment to their academic success across all our programs in the school.

With an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) of 975 (Band 6), we have around 49% Language Background other than English (LBOTE) and over 60 different nationalities represented at the school. The school’s diversity and respect for difference is a feature, enabling our students to become positive, resilient and confident about their futures. An Intensive English Centre supports the development of language skills for students new to Australia.

The school learning environment is extremely positive with a strong focus on student wellbeing and the development of social emotional learning through the Teacher Advocacy Group (TAG) program and a strong Good Standing Policy.

Approved Specialist Programs in Soccer and Environment and Life Sciences (EaLS) supports a wide range of General, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) courses.

Lynwood is complex, diverse, challenging and much loved by the school community and staff. The passion and commitment of students, staff and community members working together in a spirit of absolute positivity about what our students can achieve, is a significant hallmark of this wonderful school.

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.

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Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications

For further job related information:

Please contact Nicola de Lacy, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9354 06***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 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 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***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 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; 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 Friday, 8 March 2024.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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