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Form of workAdvertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH892701
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Byford Secondary College (SC) is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dedicated educator who will have the role of Instructional Coach in the English Learning Area. The successful applicant will have a pivotal role in the development and implementation of the department’s Quality Teaching Strategy and the College Instructional Framework. This position, which entails a 0.6 face-to-face teaching load, is ideally suited for an accomplished teacher aspiring to develop leadership skills for formal leadership roles.We are committed to supporting teachers on their leadership journey. The successful applicant will have access to customised professional learning and mentoring as well as the opportunity to work across the College.
We are committed to excellence in teaching and learning and are seeking a like-minded teacher with a passion for teaching secondary students and a sound understanding of the West Australian English curriculum. Ideally, the successful applicant will have the knowledge and experience to teach Senior School including an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Course of study. The successful applicant will ideally have experience in high impact instruction and a desire to build collective efficacy in the teaching team to successfully engage students in English. A strong interest and experience in mentoring graduate teachers will be highly valued.
The successful applicant should be an active contributor to the English Learning Area and reflective in their practice to support professional growth and improvement of educational outcomes for all students. The ability to differentiate curriculum and implement innovative approaches to improve outcomes for both high and low achieving students is a key element in this role. You should build and model positive relationships with your students and be passionate about creating positive futures for all students.
Byford SC is an Independent Public School approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD. The College opened in 2015 and currently has a cohort of over 1500 Year 7 to Year 12 students with annual growth in student enrolments. Our College provides for the secondary education needs of students from Byford and the surrounding communities.
Byford SC has become a focal point for secondary education provision for students with disabilities with our inclusion facilities. Our motto, Aspire to Excellence, clearly articulates our vision of being the secondary school of choice for the local community, which provides a comprehensive suite of subjects from Year 7 to Year 12.
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.
- 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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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 CV of up to two (2) 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;
- 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 Thursday, 2 May 2024.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
