Aquinas College is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys.
Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australia education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.Aquinas College is seeking a passionate, dynamic and innovative, Head of Learning Area - English who demonstrates extensive teaching experience with a strong commitment to teaching excellence and a desire to make a difference.
This role forms part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team, within a values based environment, reporting to the Head of Teaching & Learning Pre-K to 12.Position Purpose:Inspire, lead and manage staff in the learning area to support their implementation of academic programs using a range of teaching strategies to produce quality learning outcomes.Successful Candidate CredentialsTo be successful in this role you will have the following credentials:Hold a tertiary qualification specific to the specialist area of education;Hold a current Teachers Registration Board (TRB) registration;Hold a current Working with Children Check card;Have or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic school; andHave or be prepared to undertake Mandatory Reporting training.Selection CriteriaTo be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:Active support for the Edmund Rice Charism, Edmund Rice schooling, Catholic ethos and the College Mission;Collaborative leadership experience gained within the education sector;Comprehensive understanding of current educational issues including Australian Curriculum and WACE courses;Exemplary classroom practice, delivering education content with a commitment to teaching excellence;Advanced knowledge and experience using Information Technology in the classroom;Significant experience delivering educational vision with a strong sense of purpose, consistent with the College Mission;Significant experience and knowledge of boys education philosophies;Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling harmonious and effective relationships;Strong communication, organisation and time management skills;A demonstrated understanding of child safety; legal obligations and appropriate child safe behaviours; andDemonstrated suitability to engage in child-connected work.Further information about this role is available in the Position Description linked at the bottom.Employment Conditions and Benefits:Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River.
The employment terms and conditions are governed by the WA Catholic School Teachers Enterprise Agreement 2023.Applications:If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please include the following in your written application:Covering letter addressing the selection criteria (no more than 2 A4 pages);Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae;A completed Application for Employment Form;A completed Child Safe Applicant Declaration;Copies of relevant qualifications and credentials; andApplications are to be submitted online via the Apply button on the Aquinas College website.
Email Applications will not be considered.Applications Close by 1pm, Friday 9 August 2024.Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children.
All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.24 July 2024Salter PointWestern Australia, AustraliaFull TimeEducation & TrainingTeaching - Secondary#J-18808-Ljbffr