Teacher - Secondary - Innovation and Discovery

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 22nd June 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionPiara Waters Senior High SchoolTeacher - Secondary - Innovation and Discovery00044796Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH901158This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025Are you passionate about innovation in education? Join us in shaping the future of education at Piara Waters Senior High School – where excellence in teaching leads to successful pathways for all students.Piara Waters Senior High School, Western Australia's newest secondary public school, proudly serves the vibrant and multicultural community of Piara Waters. Located 25 kms south of Perth in a beautifully landscaped suburb, we opened our doors in 2023 with a commitment to fostering academic excellence, providing high quality teaching, inclusivity and positive relationships. Our goal is to ensure every student exceeds expectations and achieves at the highest level in an inclusive and supportive environment.What are we looking for?As Teacher Innovation & Discovery, you will have the opportunity to inspire and engage students through creative and forward-thinking approaches to learning. You will be responsible for integrating technology into the classroom and fostering a culture of creativity and critical thinking.If you are a dynamic and innovative educator who is eager to make a difference in the lives of students, we would love to hear from you. Teachers at Piara Waters Senior High School set high standards whilst delivering a rigorous curriculum which is both challenging and rewarding. Experience in developing relevant programs with links to ‘real’ world experiences is advantageous.Suitable applicants will have a focus on providing deep learning, be data literate and possess effective classroom management skills. They will ideally be motivated to work in a team environment and support the development of a positive culture. As a foundation school, the flexibility and ability to teach in other areas is highly desirable. Teachers who are Gifted Education Research, Resources and Information Centre (GERRIC) trained are encouraged to apply. Teachers with experience in teaching Aviation are also encouraged to apply.We are seeking applications from individuals who wish to contribute to our broader school community – creating the conditions where high expectations and high-quality teaching thrive. Suitable applicants will be able to support the development of positive social relationships and utilise the flexible learning spaces within our learning environment to personalise learning for students thereby creating an environment which fosters curiosity, enhances creativity and engenders critical thinking. As a new and growing school, applicants may be required to teach outside of their major learning area.Piara Waters SHS is situated in the beautifully landscaped suburb of Piara Waters, approximately 25 kms south of Perth. The school is surrounded by luscious greenery and forms part of the vibrant, multicultural community of Piara Waters. The school commenced with Year 7 students in 2023 and will add each year to its growing cohort until it reaches Year 12 in 2028.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 Piara Waters Senior High School can be found by visiting .Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .Appointed applicants may be eligible forFor further job related information:Please contact Carol Daniels, Principal, by telephoning (08) 6174 2750 or by emailingDuring the school holiday period, please contact Carol Daniels on 0411 844 156Application 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 (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the

, in context of the role and business needs of the school * A CV of up to four (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, 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 Monday, 8 July 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.