Department of Education

Independent Public School - Mid West Education Region

Jurien Bay District High School

Teacher - Middle - Years 3-4

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

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH677670

This is a nine (9) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021 with possible extension and/or permanency

Student centred. Collaborative. Passionate. Innovative. Can you tick these off your list of qualities?

Would you enjoy living in beautiful Jurien Bay?

If so, consider applying for a position at Jurien Bay District High School. We are looking for a teacher who can work as part of a team; who creates a learning environment focused on the needs of students and good teaching practice; who is willing to help us continue to develop the strong foundation of teaching and learning we have worked hard to embed across our primary school.

The right person for this job will treat all individuals with care, with relationships built on trust, mutual respect and the acceptance of responsibility.

To be successful in this role, applicants will need to show good practice in teaching literacy and numeracy programs and be willing to learn our chosen whole school approaches, such as Guided Reading, Talk for Writing, Paul Swan’s approach to Maths, along with our instructional models of iStar and Kagan Cooperative Learning.

The successful applicant will work as part of a team to enable all students to learn and study at school in a cooperative and positive environment.

As a primary classroom teacher it is expected the successful applicant will have high levels of communication skills, and will form strong links with colleagues, parents and members of the community. Applicants will need to possess high levels of organisation and strong classroom management.

Jurien Bay DHS is located on the pristine Turquoise Coast, 200 kilometres North of Perth and 200 kilometres South of Geraldton. The town is surrounded by beautiful beaches and fabulous camping areas. The staff and community are welcoming and is a great place to live and enjoy both work and leisure time.

The school caters for students from Jurien Bay, Leeman, Green Head and Cervantes and the surrounding farming districts. The school provides an educational service for a range of students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

With the school’s motto being ‘Together in Learning’ there is a focus on strong community relationships. The development of relationships with staff and students is a priority with mutual respect and high behavioural expectations key components in these relationships.
The school enjoys the strong support of the Parents and Citizens Association and a motivated School Board.

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 Jurien District High School can be found by visiting or

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .

Appointed applicants may be eligible for

For further job related information:

You are encouraged to contact Myrissa Dix, Deputy Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Jurien Bay, by telephoning 0417 969 395 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 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 Wednesday, 7 April 2021

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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