Department of Education

Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Ballajura Community College

Teacher - English

00004571

Teacher, $72,137 - $107,049 per annum (SEA GA 2019)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH665848

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021

Ballajura Community College is seeking a dedicated English teacher to join their friendly team.

The successful applicant will provide high quality learning experiences for all students and be willing to join our team of like-minded professionals. Ability to teach Year 7 – 12 students and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) English courses is highly desirable.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated; student and relationship focused and able to provide engaging, relevant and meaningful learning experiences. You will utilise innovative initiatives and be able to work effectively within a dynamic team. This will involve reflecting and assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice and cultivating a safe learning environment. You will utilise evidence based teaching practices whilst employing a range of assessment and reporting methods. With effective interpersonal skills, you will work closely with students, teachers and the community to instil rigour, resilience and pride, allowing students to achieve to their full potential.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate an ability to cater for a diverse range of student learning needs and promote the continuation of raised standards in English in line with the Australian Curriculum. We are looking for committed teachers who know they can make a difference and will support the College's vision and future direction.

Ballajura Community College is an Independent Public School, offering a diverse range of educational programs and opportunities.

The College's purpose is to provide a positive, caring and supportive environment that promotes lifelong learning and the College's values through the pursuit of personal excellence. Our greatest strength is the quality of our staff. Our staff make unique contributions to the College community and we constantly seek ways to improve our successes.

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 Ballajura Community College can be found by visiting or .

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Appointed applicants may be eligible for

For further job related information:

Please contact Barry Smith, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9262 7777 or emailing

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 statement of no more than three (3) pages 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 (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.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• be fully or provisionally registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB), or be eligible for full or provisional registration prior to commencement of the position. (Applicants who require a Limited Registration to teach from the TRB are not eligible). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or

TRAINING

Employees will be required to:

• complete the Department’s induction program within three 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 March 2021.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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