Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH869552 This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 Bassendean Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a dynamic middle to upper primary teacher who implements strong behaviour management skills and an ability to support students at education risk. Knowledge and practices to support students with complex needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, anxiety, mental health, and trauma issues would be highly desirable. Strong pastoral care and wellbeing of students is a desired focus of the successful applicant. Successful applicants should ideally have strong Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) skills to support student learning each day. Applicants should have strong Literacy and Numeracy skills and the ability to differentiate learning for students with diverse and complex needs. Knowledge in implementing Positive Behaviour Support Western Australia (PBS), Oxfords Maths, Initial Lit, and Digital Technology and ICT programs would be advantageous. Successful applicants should be able to work collaboratively with others. They will be required to work as part of a team with colleagues. Applicants would be expected to plan and share knowledge and best practices to support student learning in a range of contexts. They will ideally build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, the wider community along with inter-agencies to support students in their success for learning. Bassendean PS has a strong and inclusive workforce, with staff ranging from graduates to very experienced. Staff are mentored to develop leadership skills. It has an invested community of parents. Our by-line 'Service and Loyalty' is embedded in the work we do through our connections with the community. As a school we are committed to each other as our expectations embody kindness and respect. We believe it is important to serve the community through engaging the students in the volunteer, leadership and sustainability programs at our school which will in turn create a better future for our students to live and participate in. Bassendean PS first opened as West Guildford Primary School in October 1906. In 1922 the West Guildford area, along with the school, was renamed Bassendean. In 2018 with community and staff support we became an Independent Public School. Bassendean PS implements the identified values, focus outcomes and strategic directions of the Department of Education. We aspire to be a school of excellence where students strive to achieve and be successful. We aim to develop students who are confident and positive in developing meaningful relationships and have an understanding that each individual is different. As educators in partnership with parents, our greatest aspiration is that our students will become adults who contribute positively to their world. 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 Bassendean Primary School can be found by visiting bassendeanps.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 Jacqueline Varris, Principal, by telephoning (08) 6216 1400 or emailing Jacqueline.Varriseducation.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 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 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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS 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 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. 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 Monday, 20 May 2024 APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.