Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency.
Forrestfield Primary School (PS) has expectations around being Proud, United and Good , and we challenge our students, staff and community to be Advocates, Involved and Excellent . Our core values are underpinned by our motto of 'harmony nurtures excellence' and are committed to constantly question how we can improve as a school by reflecting on our achievements and considering how we can be 'even better if...
The successful applicant will work in a team of experienced leaders and be responsible for defined individual portfolios and will collaborate to ensure whole school synergy across these. They should draw on their expertise in working with children with varying abilities and diagnoses to facilitate appropriate planning and support in the classroom and across the school.
Experience in developing strategic plans and the capacity to design and implement change management within an organisation is highly desired. A recent improvement agenda at the school will mean the role will require the successful applicant to support initiatives in place and strengthen teacher leaders in the school.
The successful applicant will lead the school's student services team. The ability to draw on experience within this area would be beneficial as would the capacity to coordinate staff and intervention as appropriate. As the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Team mentor, the successful applicant will support the PBS team in embedding the existing practice across the school to create a culturally inclusive environment with high expectations.
Shared teacher efficacy is a foundation element of our instructional model. The role will include a teaching component, reflecting our commitment to modelling best practices in education. This strongly aligns with the school's improvement focus and mantra of "even better if..." . It will provide the foundation to work with staff to develop exceptional practice throughout the school through modelling, observation, feedback and coaching.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start. Consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g., Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs). Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP935904
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 Monday, 25 November 2024
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