Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 At Darling Range Sports College (SC) we are committed to success for every child. We provide a range of meaningful learning opportunities across all curriculum areas to ensure our students succeed as they follow their chosen pathway. Our College standards (the 5Ps) of being Proud, Polite, Prepared, Punctual and Productive are embedded into everything we do. As the leader of the English team at Darling Range SC you will be a vital part of a talented and energetic team of specialist teachers who are committed to the continued excellence in teaching and learning at our College.
Darling Range SC is located approximately 15 kms east of the Perth city centre in the foothills of Perth. The College is experiencing rapid growth and is seen as a school of choice by the local community and by students from across the state who enrol in our specialist sports programs.
As the state's only Sports College, Darling Range SC provides specialist programs in AFL, Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Netball, Soccer, Swimming, Triathlon and Rugby. Complementing our sporting programs are extensive opportunities to participate in the Academic Challenge and Enrichment Program (ACES), the Music Program, the Vocational Educational Program and the Arts Program.
Darling Range SC, an Independent Public School, is seeking an innovative and inspirational Head of Learning Area - English who can lead their team to develop engaging curriculum, strive for excellence and be proactive in improving outcomes for all students.
The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills and an outstanding knowledge of the 7-12 English curriculum including General and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) courses. They should have high expectations of themselves and their team and be able to display their understanding of their role as a key member of the College Senior Leadership Team.
The successful applicant will ideally have previous experience as a teacher of ATAR English, as well as being flexible and adaptive to develop staff in using strategies in differentiated instruction and explicit teaching. An ability and experience in teaching across all year levels from Years 7 to 12 is desirable.
A major focus of the College is also the implementation of Explicit Instruction across all learning areas. Experience leading Explicit Instruction in the classroom is not a prerequisite for this position, but the successful applicant must display a willingness to incorporate this into their teaching practice. Knowledge or completion of Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) and Instructional Strategies (IS) professional workshops would also be highly desirable.
Darling Range SC is a Positive Behaviour School that encourages resilient and independent students. The ability to build and maintain safe, positive learning environments where students flourish is important for our students' success.
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? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jane Downie, Associate Principal, on (08) 9453 0100 or emailing
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. apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager. Your application should include:
A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) 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 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 Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA930871
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, 15 November 2024
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