Teacher - English - Humanities and Social Sciences

Southwest Education Region Kojonup District High School Teacher - English - Humanities and Social Sciences 00002637 Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH849484

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024

Kojonup District High School (DHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) teacher to join our friendly team.

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner who understands the District High school context and is a passionate and committed educator.

This role requires an understanding of explicit teaching strategies and differentiating the curriculum to cater for the individual needs of students within a whole school framework. Successful applicants will be student and relationship focused, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. They will engage in ongoing self-reflection to assess the effectiveness of their teaching practice and embrace the integration of Information and communications technology (ICT) to create an environment conducive to learning. The successful applicant will possess the ability to make informed decisions based on student performance data and will be able to provide relevant and timely feedback to improve student outcomes.

Applicants who have experience in trauma informed practice and who have proven skills in engaging secondary students are sought. Flexibility and the ability to foster relationships with parents and carers as well as colleagues and students, is seen as vital to ongoing success in this role.

Kojonup DHS is located between Perth and Albany and is a part of the Southwest education region. At Kojonup DHS we aim to educate the whole child so they can embrace the future with integrity, compassion and a love for lifelong learning. Our school offers a calm natural environment with well-resourced classrooms. Children are nurtured, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We have a strong sense of community and a commitment to provide an education that addresses the academic, artistic, social, physical and emotional development of all the children at our school.

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 ):

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 Kojonup District High School can be found by visiting or

Appointed applicants may be eligible for

For further job related information

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 , 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.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees will be required to :

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and

meet the Department of Education

TRAINING

Employees will be required to :

complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;

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 ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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WORK TYPE:  Permanent - Full Time FTE:  LOCATION:  Kojonup CLOSING DATE:  2023-10-31 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Teacher - English - Humanities and Social Sciences Agency Department of Education Salary Location Kojonup Unit/Division Southwest Education Region Branch Kojonup District High School Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. 00002637 Closing Date Position Title Teacher - English - Humanities and Social Sciences Branch Kojonup District High School Location Kojonup Work Type Permanent - Full Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH849484

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024

Kojonup District High School (DHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) teacher to join our friendly team.

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner who understands the District High school context and is a passionate and committed educator.

This role requires an understanding of explicit teaching strategies and differentiating the curriculum to cater for the individual needs of students within a whole school framework. Successful applicants will be student and relationship focused, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. They will engage in ongoing self-reflection to assess the effectiveness of their teaching practice and embrace the integration of Information and communications technology (ICT) to create an environment conducive to learning. The successful applicant will possess the ability to make informed decisions based on student performance data and will be able to provide relevant and timely feedback to improve student outcomes.

Applicants who have experience in trauma informed practice and who have proven skills in engaging secondary students are sought. Flexibility and the ability to foster relationships with parents and carers as well as colleagues and students, is seen as vital to ongoing success in this role.

Kojonup DHS is located between Perth and Albany and is a part of the Southwest education region. At Kojonup DHS we aim to educate the whole child so they can embrace the future with integrity, compassion and a love for lifelong learning. Our school offers a calm natural environment with well-resourced classrooms. Children are nurtured, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We have a strong sense of community and a commitment to provide an education that addresses the academic, artistic, social, physical and emotional development of all the children at our school.

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 ):

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 Kojonup District High School can be found by visiting or

Appointed applicants may be eligible for

For further job related information

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 , 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.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees will be required to :

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and

meet the Department of Education

TRAINING

Employees will be required to :

complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;

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 ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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