Description:
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA888068
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint a dynamic and passionate Head of Learning Area (HOLA) in science who is responsive to change and caters to the learning styles of twenty first century students.
As HOLA Science, you will become part of our committed Leadership Team and work collaboratively with staff, students, and the wider school community to provide educational leadership through developing and promoting the school’s vision and strategic directions. You will ideally be an outstanding educator and be willing to take on significant levels of accountability. The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to lead and manage a vibrant Science team to provide students with the highest quality curriculum delivery and programs. You will ideally be innovative, knowledgeable and possess thorough understandings of instructional and curriculum leadership whilst keeping abreast of the latest developments pertaining to the Science Learning Area. You should be reflective in assessing the effectiveness of your teaching practice and able to cultivate a safe and accountable learning environment, underpinning our core values, Curiosity, Aspiration, Respect and Environment.
Lesmurdie SHS offers a DoE endorsed Specialist Enrichment and Acceleration Program in Mathematics and Science (LEAP). You will be required to work alongside the LEAP coordinator to plan for effective delivery and further development of this program. Proven demonstration of leadership in education tailored to gifted students in addition to the development of community partnerships that support the enrichment opportunities for students within the program is highly desirable.
Applicants should have an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Science Curriculum and the ability to teach across Year 7 to Year 12. The successful applicant would promote active learning and provide engaging learning activities which facilitate students at all levels achieving their potential. We are looking for a dynamic, adaptable and collaborative individual who is committed to working effectively as part of a team. Applicants will ideally be improvement focused, participate in ongoing professional learning opportunities and continually reflect on their own teaching and leadership practice to enhance student engagement and achievement outcomes.
Lesmurdie SHS has an established reputation where all students are motivated to achieve excellence in their academic, sporting and cultural endeavours. Our students are friendly, confident and successful and our teaching and support staff provide a distinctive, comprehensive education with strong academic and vocational pathways assisted by effective pastoral care programs. The capacity to provide effective Behaviour Management and the ability to establish effective working relationships with students, parents and staff are highly desirable.
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 the following work related requirements:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs);
- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. 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.
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 Lesmurdie Senior High School can be found by visiting www.lesmurdie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For further job related information:
Please contact Kerry Chipchase, Principal, on 9291 1200 or emailing Kerry.Chipchase@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 three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- 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 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 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, 7 May 2024.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED