Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH894611 This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency. Are you a talented educator skilled at adjusting your teaching strategies and programs to meet the individual and diverse needs of students? Belmont City College (CC) is seeking a highly professional, passionate and innovative Science teacher to join our team. The successful applicant will be a teacher who believes that all young people have the capacity to learn. You should be able to develop and deliver engaging Science learning programs for students in Years 7 to 12, thereby providing them access to the curriculum and the opportunity to reach their full learning potential. With effective interpersonal skills, you will work closely with students, teachers and the community to achieve the best educational outcomes for students. Belmont CC has modern facilities and is set in the heart of the City of Belmont which provides the backdrop for our many innovative programs. We pride ourselves in being able to give individualised care and attention to help each student reach their potential, developing their self-confidence, independence, knowledge, and skills to take advantage of increasing opportunities beyond school. Our focus is on providing an inclusive, respectful and productive educational environment where students achieve success in their academic, social and community endeavours. Belmont City College students have access to networked computers throughout the campus and supervised internet access in classrooms and other learning areas. Our classrooms are equipped with up-to-date technologies such as ‘smart boards’ and ‘smart projectors’ and we value teachers who can integrate these technologies in their classroom practice. A strong focus on academic achievement, student support, technology, and enterprise, as well as the performing and visual arts allows students to develop their talents from Year 7 through to Year 12. The College provides a variety of programs including our A Plus Academic Excellence Program in partnership with the University of Western Australia, a specialist Music program, and an Approved Specialist Program in Contemporary Drama. 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 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 Belmont City College can be found by visiting www.belmontcc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here . Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications For further job related information: Please contact Kerry Clarke, Manager of School Operations, by telephoning (08) 9473 9800 or emailing kerry.clarkeeducation.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 three (3) 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 4127. If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for 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 Wednesday , 22 May 2024 APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.