AddressAppointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH886500
Greenbushes Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Primary Teachers – Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year.
Professional Benefits
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020.00 per year
- 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
Suitable applicants will ideally display highly effective teaching practices and a willingness to seek constant improvement. Suitable applicants should have highly developed professional and practical knowledge in Primary curriculum, the ability to cater to multi age groups and have highly refined classroom management skills. The ability to develop good relationships with students and engage them in highly effective learning is also highly regarded in this role.
Suitable applicants will ideally have flexibility in teaching across various phases of learning, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. Experience of strong participation in key initiatives such as whole school pedagogy and programs, peer observation and instructional coaching would be highly regarded. Suitable applicants will ideally be highly organised, exhibiting high standards of professionalism, with a proven ability to collaborate and work effectively in team environments.
Experience with PLD, Explicit Direct Instruction, Talk for Writing, or other Literacy intervention programs would be highly regarded. High impact teaching strategies, including the use of student data to inform teaching, is a key component of the instructional process at Greenbushes PS.
An interest in integrating Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) or STEAM would also be highly regarded.
Greenbushes PS is an integral part of a small, tight-knit and supportive community. We cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, with current enrolments sitting at a total of 48 students. Greenbushes families are particularly fond of our small class sizes. The school employs teachers and support staff who are focused on each child's individual needs, particularly in developing core literacy and numeracy skills. Our staff take great pride in building strong relationships with students, their families and the local community, who show sincere appreciation for the work we do.
Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances.
- 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 Greenbushes Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Chris Mott, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Greenbushes, by telephoning (08) 9782 59***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 CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for three (3) work related referees (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 Friday, 26 April 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
