AddressMid West Education Region
Meekatharra District High School
Teacher - Secondary Pathways and Engagement
00002701
Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH887472
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Meekatharra District High School (DHS) is seeking a Secondary Pathways and Engagement Teacher to join our dedicated team.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13,730 per year
- Locality allowance of $1,829 a year
- Attraction and Retention Incentive of $17,000 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 where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location - click here for details
Teachers and school administrators employed at Meekatharra District High School in 2024 are eligible to receive an Attraction and Retention Incentive of $17,000 (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 role
It is highly desirable the successful applicant has the ability to teach to the highest standard and to design programs that engage students in teaching and learning and enable them to maximize their talents and potential. We expect staff to work both independently and collaboratively when using data to inform planning and contribute to vibrant co curricula and extra curriculum programs in the school. Previous experience in delivering Cert II Workplace Skills, Essential Maths, General English and Career and Enterprise will be viewed favourably. An understanding and compassion for teaching Students at Education Risk (SAER) is also highly regarded.
At Meekatharra DHS we have high expectations to become lifelong learners, show respect for culture, ourselves, and others, and strive for a strong future.
Our school
Meekatharra DHS has a strong, established PBS approach, focused on our COOL values of respect for Community, Others, Oneself and Learning. Almost 92% of our students are Aboriginal, so the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework is at the centre of our decision-making for students and families. A commitment to the beliefs and values of the school is essential.
Meekatharra is located in the beautiful Murchison region. Students and families at our school are proud to live 'on country' and make the most of the rich natural beauty and resources that surround us. The school is small but strong, and the teaching group includes both graduates and highly experienced, local staff.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au 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 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 Meekatharra District High School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Narelle Bubb, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Meekatharra, by telephoning (08) 9981 1092 or emailing narelle.bubb@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Narelle Bubb on 0422 335 672.
Application Instructions
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