Teacher - Home Economics

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH886945

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024

Eastern Hills Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a highly professional, passionate and innovative Teacher – Home Economics.

We currently have the following positions available:

For Permanent tenure only

• 2 x - permanent full-time positions

All positions will commence Term 2, 2024.

As the successful applicants you will ideally display an understanding of the Year 7 to Year 10 Western Australian Curriculum - Food Technology and Childcare, as well as the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) Food Science and Technology courses. Having the ability to successfully develop and deliver programs in these areas would be ideal. Experience in industry and/or delivering Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs, including Certificate II in Hospitality, and holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, is highly desirable, yet not essential. We are seeking a teacher who is student and relationship focused, enthusiastic and innovative with the capacity to provide engaging, relevant and meaningful experiences while catering for diverse student learning needs.

The successful applicants should have the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and will have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community. You will ideally be a dedicated, passionate, and highly effective educator who has a deep understanding of and experience with a diverse range of student learning needs and styles and will inspire students to achieve to their potential. Our staff are provided opportunities to continue to develop their skills and knowledge as educators, as well as promoting continuous investigation and application of best practice models in education.

At Eastern Hill SHS, our vision is to offer students a caring, progressive, and meaningful learning environment that enhances their self-confidence, and promotes an interest in life-long learning and achievement.

We have a proud history of offering young people a high quality, comprehensive education suited to their strengths and passions. We provide comprehensive education pathways leading to the attainment of an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), VET qualifications or future employment. This broad curriculum sees our students graduate and go on to lead successful careers.

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 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 Eastern Hills Senior High School can be found by visiting ehshs.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 Raelene Infanti, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9573 03***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.wa

During the school holiday period, please contact Raelene Infanti on 0413 241 ***

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 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 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, 19 April 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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