Teacher - Primary - STEM

This is a nine (9) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanencyPannawonica School is seeking a Primary – STEM Teacher to join their high quality regional school.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including:

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year
• Locality allowance of $4 537.00 a year
• Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7 000.00 see info below
• 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
• Free relocation
• You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –

Teachers and School Administrators employed at Pannawonica School in 2024 are eligible to receive an of $7 000.00 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.About the roleThis role will ideally suit someone who is highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting learning experiences for students, to ignite a desire to learn.In this role you will be a highly valued member of our staff. As a culturally responsive and inclusive school, one of your key priorities will include building positive relationships and providing all students with opportunities to achieve success through education. We will support you with additional professional development across various teaching areas and look for your commitment to professional development to further develop your teaching practices.Our schoolPannawonica School is an Independent Public School located in the Western Pilbara that caters for children from Kindergarten to Year 12. As a small regional school, we deliver an inclusive, diverse, and exciting range of programs that deliver the best possible education for children in Pannawonica.Our team are a highly motivated and professional team. They have formed a tight collegiate group which collaborates well and responds effectively to the needs of the children and the community.Our Vision is ‘Ohana’ which means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. Our purpose is to make sure that our children, our staff, our parent/caregivers, and our community members do not get left behind socially, emotionally, physically, academically, or culturally.For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.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 ):

• 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 Pannawonica School can be found by visiting or .Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .Appointed applicants may be eligible forFor further job related information:You are encouraged to contact Kristy Lackey, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Pannawonica, by telephoning (08) 9134 9100 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll 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 to four (3-4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the

, in context of the role and business needs of the school * A CV of up to three to four (3-4) 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 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.ELIGIBILITYEmployees 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

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, 24 May 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.