12 Oct
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Department of Education, Western Australia
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Tasmania
12 Oct
Department of Education, Western Australia
Tasmania
This is a 36 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, **** with possible permanency Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
A mandatory CV template is provided for use.
Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage.
The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.
Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying.
You must apply using the CV template only .
Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.
The School Located in the Central Kimberley Region between Broome and Kununurra, most students come from the town of Halls Creek and the communities of Mardiwa Loop and Nicholson Block.
A few students commute from several family communities within 20 km of Halls Creek, Koongie Park Station (20 km) and Lamboo Station (40 km).
At Halls Creek District High School (DHS), we have developed both a culture of high expectations and a high care environment where success is supported and celebrated.
We are striving to be a school of achievement through our consistent teaching practices, dynamic educational experiences, and active community engagement.
Halls Creek DHS has an enrolment of approximately 330 students across the Kindergarten to Year 12 campus, with a 98% Aboriginal enrolment.
Located in the beautiful East Kimberley Region, we are part of the Kimberley Schools Project, and are committed to attracting, recruiting, and coaching teachers to master explicit teaching pedagogy.
The Location and Community Schools in the Remote Teaching Service are located in some of the most isolated parts of the state.
They may be in community settings or small towns, and the majority of students are from local Aboriginal families.
They deliver flexible and innovative education programs to ensure students in remote areas have access to high quality learning programs.
Teaching in a remote school offers a range of professional opportunities for teachers who are engaging and resilient.
If you are flexible and like working as part of a team, you have the opportunity to be part of this innovative learning community.
Skills and interests in literacy, numeracy, and English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) are highly valued.
Teachers who live and work in the remote teaching service tell us that it makes them better teachers, and better people.
The Department of Education also supports our teachers by providing a range of additional allowances and benefits.
For more information about Halls Creek visit Find out more about our school by visiting or see our Flyer attached.
For more information about working in Halls Creek, please watch our video below.
The Role We are seeking a passionate Upper Primary Teacher to join our dynamic team.
The successful applicant will ideally be someone who builds solid, trust-based relationships with students, parents, and staff, and can effectively connect with the wider community and make links to On Country learning.
You should display high-quality teaching practice, a strong drive to excel, and a commitment to best practice.
The ability to thrive in a whole-school, collaborative environment, with a focus on connected practice and ongoing professional growth, is highly valued.
To be successful, you should have strong curriculum knowledge, high emotional intelligence, and a genuine sense of joy, humour, and enthusiasm.
We are looking for someone who is committed, hard-working, and willing to go the extra mile.
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: Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $****** a year District Allowance of $***** a year 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays) 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters Subsidised leave travel during major vacations Free GROH housing Airconditioning Subsidy Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract) Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation Vehicle relocation Travel Concessions You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – Find out more about the benefits by visiting .
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on **************.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Daniel Pollard, Principal on ************** or emailing .
During the school holidays, please contact Danny Pollard on ************ and/or .
Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at during the advertising period.
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.
Explore our for more details.
Eligibility To work with us, you must: hold an eligible .
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our .
apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions NEW Application Process This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.
Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below .
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement.
The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position.
Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.
Step 2: Complete the CV template with : Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge Professional Engagement Step 3: Submit Your Application Online Click 'Apply for Job' Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager Upload your completed CV Template only .
Note : Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help?
Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
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 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 ************** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH******* 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 Friday, 16 October ****
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