Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education RegionSalary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeSuitable applicants from previous process IPS/TCH930109 need not applyWe are seeking to establish a pool of K-6 Teachers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2025.
Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.At Baler Primary School we value, celebrate and learn from our multicultural diversity by fostering positive relationships through engaging students, parents, staff and the wider community.
We are an independent public school catering for children in Kindergarten to Year 6.
Our school community is diverse, with representation from over thirty-four different cultures.
Our school motto, 'a sea of cultures', captures and celebrates our inclusive and culturally respectful approaches to our teaching and learning practices and community interactions.Our school is located in the Pilbara, and is the largest of the four primary schools in the Hedland area.
We offer programs in visual arts, physical education, science, music and Indonesian.
We also have a highly valued academic enrichment program for children needing a bit more of a challenge.
We enjoy a high profile in the community, with dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic staff.
Our committed teachers provide education across a range of programs, catering to individual differences through an inclusive and differentiated approach.Suitable applicants will ideally be a passionate, motivated and skilled educator who is committed to improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for every child, every day, through our whole school approaches, explicit teaching and instructional strategies.It is highly desirable that applicants are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community.
Applicants should possess a strong capacity to plan challenging and engaging programs using an excellent understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum.We are seeking applicants who are innovative and possess high quality teaching skills and knowledge.
They will ideally be committed to ongoing professional growth and development, support current whole school processes and be collegial, effective collaborators.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:Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a yearDistrict Allowance of $9,299 a yearAdditional Travel Concession11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leaveSubsidised accommodation where applicableMobility appointments for permanent, metropolitan and south west teachersEligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position.
At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.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.Minimum RequirementsBe 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.Consent 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 (1) 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 three (3) 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.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/TCH948169The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 21 March 2025#J-18808-Ljbffr