Teacher – Primary

Amaroo Primary School empowers students within a safe, nurturing, and respectful environment. Our dedicated staff are integral to the Collie community, fostering high levels of academic, physical, and social achievement. The Amaroo community takes great pride in our school, cultivating a strong sense of belonging and unwavering commitment to education. Together, we create a vibrant atmosphere where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Upper Primary Teacher who excels in building positive relationships and creating an inclusive, nurturing learning environment. The ideal candidate will have outstanding interpersonal skills, a natural ability to communicate with students, parents, and colleagues, and a strong commitment to fostering students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.

As a key member of our teaching team, you will create a safe, supportive classroom where high expectations are set, and students are encouraged to develop a positive mindset. You will be responsible for implementing a range of evidence-based teaching practices that promote the whole-school approach to student well-being and achievement.

In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues to deliver an engaging, curriculum while using student data and the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to respond to individual learning needs. You will also play an active part in promoting positive behaviour through our Positive Behaviour Support framework, contributing to our caring and inclusive school culture.

If you are a passionate educator who thrives in a collaborative, respectful, and supportive environment, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic teaching team. Together, we will inspire students to reach their full potential.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• subsidised accommodation where applicable
• free relocation

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Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department’s Screening Unit.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH936248

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 26 November 2024