Teacher - Science

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH880168

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024

As the Teacher - Science will ideally be responsible for developing a safe, rewarding, and supportive learning environment for all students. Working in collaboration with other staff, the successful applicant will ideally have a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum – including knowledge of how to plan, deliver and assess engaging and relevant units of work relating to science.

The successful applicant should have the knowledge and skills necessary to apply a range of engaging teaching strategies and develop a positive classroom learning environment. Teachers at Belridge Secondary College (SC) are dedicated and intrinsically motivated educators, who have the ability to develop and differentiate high quality teaching and learning programs to meet the needs of our students including Students at Educational Risk (SAER) with challenging behaviours. The successful applicant will ideally have an excellent working knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and be able to teach students of varying ability levels across Year 7 to 12 in a highly engaging manner. Experience or the ability to teach Year 12 ATAR Physics is highly desirable.

The successful applicant will ideally display skills and experience in fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students. They will ideally be relationship focused, promote an environment of engagement and collaboration, and should have experience in working with disengaged students. They will engage with the College Business Plan and will actively forward whole school priorities. The use of the College’s R LEARNERS Teaching & Learning Framework is consistently used in lesson planning and programs. Staff at the College are reflective practitioners who engage in classroom observations and Triads to promote good practice. They will also ideally exhibit strong interpersonal skills and provide effective examples of teamwork, as well as high levels of professional conduct, communication, and integrity.

At Belridge SC, our strong culture of respect for self, others and the environment ensures that our students are able to develop as learners in a safe, supportive environment. Our wrap-around student services model provides the highest possible care, placing the student at the centre of everything we do. A clear focus, on “Every student, every classroom, everyday” ensures our students are supported in the best possible way to reach their full potential and achieve success. Our highly qualified and experienced staff provide a quality learning environment for all students through a variety of curricular and extracurricular learning experiences. With award-winning Specialist Programs in Cricket, Netball, and Fashion Design and an Academic Enrichment Program (AEP) across our Mathematics, English, Science and Humanities (MESH) subjects, there is something for everyone.

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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

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.
• 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, 1 March 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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