Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionSalary: Teacher, $82,317 - $119,246 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025At Westfield Park Primary School (PS), we take pride in our holistic approach to education, catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Staff nurture and support each child's individuality, empowering them to embrace the future with integrity, compassion, and a genuine love for lifelong learning. Our school offers a calm natural environment with well-resourced classrooms. We have a strong sense of community and a commitment to providing an education that addresses the academic, artistic, social, physical, and emotional development of all the children at our school.Westfield Park PS is seeking a Teacher - Student Learning Program (SLP) - ASD to support students with ASD to access mainstream education. The successful applicant should adopt evidence-based practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students with ASD, without a diagnosed intellectual disability. Knowledge of, and ability to apply Western Australian curriculum is advantageous. You will have the opportunity to be part of the primary school staff and may, over time, move between the specific role within the Specialist Learning Program for Students with ASD and mainstream class roles.In collaboration with the Program Coordinator (Autism), teachers provide innovative and engaging classes for our students and contribute to their sense of belonging and overall wellbeing in mainstream public primary schools. Teachers of this program will ideally develop highly personalised learning plans to facilitate access to age-appropriate curriculum. They should apply evidence-based individualised education interventions to improve academic engagement, organisational skills, social thinking, peer relationships, and self-regulation skills.Professional BenefitsWorking 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. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.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; 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.Your application should include:A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.A CV of up to four (4) pages 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.For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's Careers Page.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: IPS/TCH933882Suitable 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, 29 November 2024