Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education RegionSalary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanencySouth Newman Primary School (PS) students are successful, motivated learners who achieve their personal best in a supportive learning environment. Our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Care and Compassion are used in our everyday dealings with each other and in the development of our program and policies. These values form the purpose of our school and the foundation for ensuring the best school environment for all members of our community. This is what we call ''The Newman Way''.At South Newman PS staff, students and parents strive to create an engaging and welcoming school community. As an Independent Public School located in the heart of the Pilbara region, we provide high quality education for students from more than 20 nationalities, many of whom enrol at our school with English as their second language.Our school has been named a Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS) Lead School for Teaching and Learning. South Newman PS is using a whole school explicit instruction approach to lesson delivery. We have whole school plans and programs that the successful applicant will be able to follow. We are very supportive of new staff and have comprehensive induction with ongoing professional learning to help new teachers learn the programs we run. We take very seriously the obligation of supporting and developing graduate teachers. Many graduate teachers have won promotional and city positions after a few years of working at our school due to the extra opportunities provided while working here.The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate, motivated and skilled educator who is committed to improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole school approaches, explicit teaching and instructional strategies.We are seeking a teacher with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills which underpin professional and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community. The successful applicant will become an integral part of this community partnership to support each child to reach their potential.It is highly desirable that the successful applicant is committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. They should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum, with a strong focus on explicit instruction and excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and demonstrated best practice in Literacy and Numeracy.We are seeking an applicant who is innovative and possesses high quality teaching skills and knowledge. They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators.Professional BenefitsWorking 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 $10,210.00 a yearDistrict Allowance of $9,299.00 a year11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks vacation leave (school holidays)More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers leaveSubsidised accommodation where applicableFree relocationSubsidised leave travel during major vacationsWe 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.Minimum RequirementsBe 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.Consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department''s Screening Unit.Application InstructionsAll applications must be submitted online.Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.Your application should include:A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.A CV of up to three (3) pages 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.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 Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH952025Suitable 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 Friday, 28 February 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Teacher - Primary