Appointment Pool Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH877944 Southwell Primary School is seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic Teachers – K-6 for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2024. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2024. Suitable applicants will ideally be highly motivated and dedicated to raising literacy and numeracy achievement, as well as fostering social and emotional skills, through the effective use of whole-school approaches, explicit teaching and a commitment to the National Quality Standards. Suitable applicants will demonstrate the ability to create an effective, engaging and inclusive learning environment based on high expectations. They would have an understanding of appropriate assessments, and be able to use data to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching programs, set targets and plan for differentiated learning opportunities for all students in their class. Applicants should display the capacity to show initiative, embrace opportunities and challenges and demonstrate a growth mindset. Ideally knowledge of whole school programs and practices including Souths Write, Heggerty, Talk for Reading, Bond Blocks and Positive Behaviour Support are ideal. The ability to implement whole school expectations and programs incorporating high impact teaching strategies and skills is essential. Southwell Primary, situated in Hamilton Hill, is a small school that caters for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Southwell is a diverse multi-cultural school with a high percentage of Aboriginal Students. As a team we have successful developed an engaging, safe and friendly place to learn, which is supported by the commitment of our team of dedicated, professionals. Vacancies may arise during the life of this pool that require specialist qualifications (for example vacancies within Early Childhood Education). Only applicants, in the pool, possessing the required qualifications will be considered for appointment in these circumstances. To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers): 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 Southwell Primary School can be found by visiting https://www.southwellps.wa.edu.au/ or Schools Online or by downloading the relevant attachment below. Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications For further job related information: Please contact Julie Denholm, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9236 94or emailing education.wa.edu.au. 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 Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school A CV of up to two (2) 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. After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4. If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86for assistance. ELIGIBILITY Employees will be required to: provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy; consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements; complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement; complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter; 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 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. ATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18 1.pdf - information - writing your application - teachers aug22.pdfYou can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.