Teacher - Primary - Physical Education

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH886030

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

Cassia Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher - Primary - Physical Education to join our team.

Professional Benefits

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year
• Locality allowance of $3,976 a 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

About the role

We are seeking teachers who are committed to delivering a caring, supportive, and safe school environment in which all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential. The ideal candidates will have outstanding interpersonal skills with a natural ability to communicate effectively and build genuine relationships with parents, students, and staff members.

The successful applicant would have the ability to quickly establish a positive and welcoming classroom environment with high expectations, a growth mindset, and a focus on building students' positive social and emotional skills. They will be highly motivated, hold themselves accountable to delivering best practice, and have the ability to work in an environment characterised by whole-school connected practice, collaborative team structures, and a strong commitment to professional growth.

Additionally, the successful applicant will ideally have exemplary teaching skills, take advantage of high-impact teaching strategies, and have proven experience in the planning and delivery of engaging literacy and numeracy programs with a particular focus on explicit instruction. They will have a deep understanding of how to differentiate to meet the needs of all students and be able to use a variety of assessment tools to inform progress, enable constructive feedback, and drive future planning at a classroom level.

Skills and knowledge in running whole school programs, supporting school sports events, events management and building community partnerships are highly advantageous.

Our school

Cassia PS is situated on Kariyarra land in the Pilbara Region. The school fosters a love of learning through our motto of "Inspire, Believe, Achieve" that will see children thrive in a challenging and complex world, and encourage them to harness their individual strengths and address their areas of need.

Cassia PS fosters a love of learning in its students. We have a highly motivated and collaborative staff who support each other and work together to provide the best education possible for our students. Our school has developed an enviable reputation within the local Hedland community for providing a safe, welcoming and nurturing educational environments for all students. Cassia Primary School is a place where staff are keen to work, where parents want their children to attend and where students want to learn. The school’s motto transpires every moment of school life with a keen sense of community assisted by the School Board and Parents and Citizens Associations.

Our team has a focus on High Performance and High Care with each classroom well-presented and equipped to support student learning. Technology forms part of the learning process with students learning the skills necessary for the 21st Century. Classrooms are equipped with laptops, iPads and interactive technology including robotics and coding to support the learning program with significant focus on English and Mathematics.

The location and community

Port Hedland is a vibrant and exciting place to live and work, located in the heart of Western Australia's Pilbara region. The area is rich in Indigenous culture and history and offers a diverse range of natural wonders to explore. From the ancient landscapes of the Warlu Way interpretive trail to the spectacular Staircase to the Moon, there is always something new and exciting to discover in Port Hedland.

As a bustling Indian Ocean port, Port Hedland is home to enormous ships and huge trains, and it's also a great base for ocean-based activities such as fishing, crabbing and whale watching (in season). You can easily fly to Port Hedland from Perth in just over two hours or make the journey half of the adventure by flying to Broome or Exmouth. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a change of scenery, Port Hedland offers an abundance of opportunities for adventure and discovery.

For more information about South Headland visit here

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.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information:

You are encouraged to contact Jacqueline Barry, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in South Hedland, by telephoning (08) 9172 84***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holiday period, please contact Jacqueline Barry on 0429116***

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 three (3) 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 Wednesday, 10 April 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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