Branch: School of Alternative Learning Settings - KununurraDivision: Service Delivery - Statewide ServicesSalary: Teacher, $82,317 - $119,246 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025The School of Alternative Learning SettingsThe School of Alternative Learning Settings (SALS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher to join their Kununarra site.
The SALS program was originally established in early 2019 to target a specific cohort of students who had demonstrated signs of physical aggression and would benefit from a short-term, intensive intervention program.
At the commencement of the 2022 academic year, the program was consolidated as a stand-alone school.
SALS delivers specialised activities and learning programs that build students' social skills and self-regulation in environments designed to effect positive and lasting change in their behaviour.There are 12 SALS sites located in the metropolitan and regional education regions of Western Australia.
Each setting accommodates up to 10 students who are provided with an intensive, individualised program of support, within the learning opportunities of small groups, while they continue their education.
There is a strong focus on developing students' social skills and ability to self-regulate.
Learning and engagement are flexible, co-designed with students, culturally responsive and support self-determination and interpersonal connection.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to benefit from teaching positions that provide the unique opportunity to collaborate and be involved in further developing the program to inform our strategic direction and establish new sites.
We are looking for dedicated teachers who are looking for a challenge and can work in a team environment, using their communication skills in engaging and making a difference to students' wellbeing and engagement.
Your skills in developing and implementing a social and emotional curriculum that meets the needs of the student will be highly valued, and practical knowledge of the circle of courage would be advantageous.
Teachers also support individual learning plans utilising an integrated curriculum approach.The SALS program will provide Teachers with the excellent opportunity to be part of a multi-skilled team focused on a student-centric model built around an ecological framework of support.The SALS sites will be staffed by a Program Coordinator and a team of teachers with support from a student support officer and a school psychologist.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience and credibility in student engagement and transitions, case management, social and emotional learning program development, a background in student support, and current professional learning, or the capacity to undertake targeted professional learning in areas such as de-escalation, team teach, circle of courage, therapeutic crisis intervention in schools, and trauma-informed practice.The successful applicant may be required to hold and maintain a valid WA driver's licence.
Teachers in our setting may transport students in lease or hire vehicles, and/or travel to schools within the Metropolitan Region.
There may also be travel across our school, to attend professional learning and support other sites.Professional BenefitsWorking 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 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks vacation leave (school holidays)more than 15 days of other leave, including personal leavesubsidised accommodation where applicablesubsidised airconfree relocationAttraction and Retention Incentive of $13,730 approved to 31 December 2024Equity and DiversityWe 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.apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; andconsent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.Application InstructionsAll applications must be submitted online.Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.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 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH931875Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 20 November 2024#J-18808-Ljbffr