Teacher - Primary

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH894558

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension.

If you believe you are an outstanding teacher and want to work for Falls Road Primary School, read on!

Falls Road Primary School (PS) is situated in the Darling Range hills behind Perth only 30 minutes from the city. It is located in a bush setting that provides a lovely, natural playground for the students. The school grounds have been developed to maintain much of the natural bushland and this has been complimented by the establishment of a large “natural bush” nature play area where lots of students enjoy playing. The school also provides purpose-built play areas such as basketball and netball courts; cricket, soccer and football ovals and climbing equipment for students.

The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to engage and motivate students to determine their learning needs, effectively use assessment to support the delivery of school-based programs and use technology to motivate, stimulate and complement student learning styles. The school is committed to developing students’ digital Technology Skills and do this in a range of ways including through coding and robotics.

Falls Road PS is a very community-oriented school and applicants who are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community will be highly regarded. Applicants will ideally possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using the SCSA version of the Australian Curriculum.

Falls Road PS is in its twelfth year as an Independent Public School. We have an excellent partnership with our parents and community who support the school with a wide range of activities. We have a blend of younger and more experienced staff who are committed and dedicated to assisting students to achieve their best across a broad curriculum and we aim to develop the “whole child’ through exposure to a range of academic, artistic, social, and sporting experiences.

Our school has a comprehensive positive reinforcement process which is complemented by the “Bounce Back” Program which focuses on developing student resiliency. Our students are supported in developing attitudes and values of care and concern for themselves, others, and the environment.

At Falls Road PS we are committed to providing a caring, flexible, and inclusive education for our students. We focus on developing the skills and values necessary to allow students to achieve their educational and social potential in an ever-changing world. Teachers support the achievement of this through the use of an explicit teaching approach across all year levels.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as successful 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 successful 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 Falls Road Primary School can be found by visiting www.fallsroadps.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 Simon Docherty, Acting Principal, by telephoning (08) 9291 21***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 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;
• 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 Thursday, 13 June 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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