Teacher - Humanities And Social Sciences

Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region Tom Price Senior High School Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences ******** Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)
Advertised Vacancy Numer: IPS/TCH842886 This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 Consider living in a vibrant and engaging community, close enough to walk to work and enjoy the local secret waterholes . Wake up to a stunning Pilbara sunrise and discover the wonders of living in the Pilbara! Tom Price Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join their high quality regional school.
Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including:
Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year Locality allowance of $3,469 a year Attraction and Retention Incentive of  $17,000  see info below 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays) More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –  The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school
About the Role As the successful applicant, you will ideally be an innovative and highly motivated educator with the ability to provide quality teaching in the Humanities curriculum area as part of dedicated team. You should have a passion for the HASS curriculum area and a deep understanding of instructional strategies to effectively engage students in the learning process.
You will ideally be a reflective practitioner who actively engages in activities to improve your professional practice. The successful applicant for this position will be student and relationship focused, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in team environments. You will display the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school HASS curriculum.
As an expert practitioner you will ideally have a commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection. Another key attribute is the ability to create environments conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant, catering for different student learning needs.
Our school At Tom Price SHS, we believe in empowering our students to reach their full potential through a diverse and dynamic learning environment. Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student and to foster a community where diversity is celebrated and personal bests are achieved. We are committed to the values of Personal Best, Integrity, and Respect, and these values drive everything we do.
As a school, we offer a range of education programs, including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) options. Our strong partnership with the University of Western Australia's ASPIRE program has been successful in helping our Year 12 students gain acceptance into university. Our VET program, supported by local businesses and industry, provides students with real-world learning experiences that can lead to nationally accredited vocational qualifications. We are also proud to partner with the Graham (Polly) Farmer Foundation and the Follow the Dream program to support our Indigenous students in achieving success.
At Tom Price SHS, we have a positive approach to learning, and we encourage each student to strive for excellence in all aspects of their schooling. We believe in the potential of every student and are dedicated to advancing student learning and helping them reach their highest personal achievements. Join us and be part of a community where diversity is celebrated and personal bests are achieved.
The location and community Tom Price sits within the Shire of Ashburton and is some 747 metres above sea level, making it the highest town in WA and a haven for the weary traveller. It's a modern fully-serviced town designed to blend with the natural environment – an ideal base if you're wanting to explore the natural wonders of the Karijini and Millstream Chichester National Parks.
Tom Price is a picturesque, modern and fully serviced town designed to blend with the natural environment. Facilities include: a major supermarket, doctor, hospital, fuel outlets, library, primary schools, a secondary school, TAFE, motels and restaurants. There are several parks and gardens within the town, which are well maintained and provide an abundance of shade, suitable for a family BBQ, ball games or just a snooze under a tree.
The love of sport and the outdoor life in Tom Price is evident, with the majority of sports catered for. The town is home to three large ovals, tennis, netball, basketball and squash courts as well as a lawn bowls green, an indoor cricket centre, an eighteen hole golf course and an Olympic size swimming pool.
For more information about Tom Price visit the 
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the ):
Professional knowledge; Professional practice; and Professional engagement. Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Tom Price Senior High School can be found by visiting or
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .
Appointed applicants may be eligible for
For further job related information Application Instructions All applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job", at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
A four (4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the , in context of the role and business needs of the school A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job".
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
ELIGIBILITY Employees will be required to :
Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy; Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and Meet the Department of Education TRAINING Employees will be required to :
Complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement; Complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before (WST) on Wednesday, 1 November 2023 APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. ATTACHMENTS:  -
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WORK TYPE:  Permanent - Full Time FTE:  LOCATION:  Tom Price CLOSING DATE:  ******** :30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences Agency Department of Education Salary Location Tom Price Unit/Division Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region Branch Tom Price Senior High School Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. ******** Closing Date Position Title Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences Branch Tom Price Senior High School Location Tom Price Work Type Permanent - Full Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description Advertised Vacancy Numer: IPS/TCH842886 This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 Consider living in a vibrant and engaging community, close enough to walk to work and enjoy the local secret waterholes . Wake up to a stunning Pilbara sunrise and discover the wonders of living in the Pilbara! Tom Price Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join their high quality regional school.
Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including:
Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year Locality allowance of $3,469 a year Attraction and Retention Incentive of  $17,000  see info below 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays) More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –  The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school
About the Role As the successful applicant, you will ideally be an innovative and highly motivated educator with the ability to provide quality teaching in the Humanities curriculum area as part of dedicated team. You should have a passion for the HASS curriculum area and a deep understanding of instructional strategies to effectively engage students in the learning process.
You will ideally be a reflective practitioner who actively engages in activities to improve your professional practice. The successful applicant for this position will be student and relationship focused, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in team environments. You will display the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary school HASS curriculum.
As an expert practitioner you will ideally have a commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection. Another key attribute is the ability to create environments conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant, catering for different student learning needs.
Our school At Tom Price SHS, we believe in empowering our students to reach their full potential through a diverse and dynamic learning environment. Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student and to foster a community where diversity is celebrated and personal bests are achieved. We are committed to the values of Personal Best, Integrity, and Respect, and these values drive everything we do.
As a school, we offer a range of education programs, including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) options. Our strong partnership with the University of Western Australia's ASPIRE program has been successful in helping our Year 12 students gain acceptance into university. Our VET program, supported by local businesses and industry, provides students with real-world learning experiences that can lead to nationally accredited vocational qualifications. We are also proud to partner with the Graham (Polly) Farmer Foundation and the Follow the Dream program to support our Indigenous students in achieving success.
At Tom Price SHS, we have a positive approach to learning, and we encourage each student to strive for excellence in all aspects of their schooling. We believe in the potential of every student and are dedicated to advancing student learning and helping them reach their highest personal achievements. Join us and be part of a community where diversity is celebrated and personal bests are achieved.
The location and community Tom Price sits within the Shire of Ashburton and is some 747 metres above sea level, making it the highest town in WA and a haven for the weary traveller. It's a modern fully-serviced town designed to blend with the natural environment – an ideal base if you're wanting to explore the natural wonders of the Karijini and Millstream Chichester National Parks.
Tom Price is a picturesque, modern and fully serviced town designed to blend with the natural environment. Facilities include: a major supermarket, doctor, hospital, fuel outlets, library, primary schools, a secondary school, TAFE, motels and restaurants. There are several parks and gardens within the town, which are well maintained and provide an abundance of shade, suitable for a family BBQ, ball games or just a snooze under a tree.
The love of sport and the outdoor life in Tom Price is evident, with the majority of sports catered for. The town is home to three large ovals, tennis, netball, basketball and squash courts as well as a lawn bowls green, an indoor cricket centre, an eighteen hole golf course and an Olympic size swimming pool.
For more information about Tom Price visit the 
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the ):
Professional knowledge; Professional practice; and Professional engagement. Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Tom Price Senior High School can be found by visiting or
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .
Appointed applicants may be eligible for
For further job related information Application Instructions All applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job", at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
A four (4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the , in context of the role and business needs of the school A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job".
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
ELIGIBILITY Employees will be required to :
Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy; Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and Meet the Department of Education TRAINING Employees will be required to :
Complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement; Complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before (WST) on Wednesday, 1 November 2023 APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
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