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Head of Department - Curriculum
Branch: WA College of Agriculture - Cunderdin
Division: Independent Public School - Wheatbelt Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 The WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin is seeking a passionate, forward-thinking and experienced leader for the role of Head of Department - Curriculum.
Our College is a nationally recognised education and training institution and a 'school of choice', offering students in Year 11 and 12 an innovative approach to learning. Our College is made up of four primary areas – Farm, Trade Training Centre, Class and Residential, all of which provide interactive and engaging learning programs for students. Prospective enrolments apply years in advance and undergo a rigorous application and interview process. Placements are in high demand as a result of the College's exceptional reputation, enterprise programs and student outcomes and was awarded the 2023 WA Small Training Provider of the Year Award, and was a finalist for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in the 2023 WA Education Awards.
Our College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), offering a variety of nationally accredited certificate training courses and our facilities, plant and equipment are always at the cutting edge of industry standards. The college also offers a robust Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) pathway which embeds the college's enterprise systems and data within classroom learning programs to well-prepare students for post-school tertiary pathway opportunities.
The ideal applicant will be a highly-skilled practitioner and have the capacity to develop staff, with a focus on high quality teaching, performance and accountability. You should provide purposeful and focused leadership and effectively lead the daily management of the Class area. With the ability to lead change and innovation, you will use evidence-based data to inform all decision making.
It is an exciting time to lead the 'Curriculum' area of our College. As Head of Curriculum you will be leading a committed and dynamic team of highly capable practitioners across multiple learning areas to continue to implement and embed the context-specific teaching framework which incorporates Explicit Instruction pedagogies and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) critical thinking processes and practices.
The successful applicant should understand the learning needs of all students, inclusive of students requiring remedial intervention in either literacy or numeracy and have experience in establishing programs, processes and strategies to assist students with disability or specific learning disorders to achieve their potential. In addition, you will have the capacity to develop and implement strategies to support and extend capable students and continue to grow the ATAR pathway which is a College priority.
You will ideally be a team player and collaborate with all areas of the College to support holistic student success. You will achieve this through having exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on collegiality and establishing effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and the broader community.
The WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin has a proven track record for continually developing competent, highly-skilled graduates that are thoroughly prepared for post-school employment, further education and/or training. The Head of Department - Curriculum will play a vital role in ensuring all students perform at and reach their individual potential.
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:
11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays) subsidised accommodation where applicable Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
During the school holidays, please contact Jonathon Arnott on 0419 928 926. 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.
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; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A three (3) page 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/SA919502
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, 11 October 2024
Please note that Jobs WA will be unavailable from 5pm on Friday 27 September to 10pm on Sunday 29 September 2024 (AWST) due to scheduled maintenance. Applicants will not be able to submit job applications over the maintenance period
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