This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.7 FTE) position commencing Term 1, **** with possible extension and/or permanency.
Mount Barker Community College (CC) is a proud Independent K-12 Public School with a long history of strong community connections and success for our students.
We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and offer Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications in Engineering Pathways, Agriculture and Rural Operations.
With a Trade Centre for Engineering and a 364ha farm attached to our college, we run a Murray Grey Stud for cattle, have sheep, grapes and various other horticultural activities.
We pride ourselves on supporting personal excellence in our students through quality teaching and we are active in seeking opportunities for enrichment through clubs, camps, excursions and community service.
The goal of building a strong community underpins our activities to involve parents and community members in supporting our students' learning both in and beyond our college.
We promote a friendly, welcoming environment to ensure our school is a great place to be.
The Role
The successful applicant will be the Agriculture Teacher at the college with a focus on teaching students from Year 7 to Year 12.
You would work collaboratively with the Farm Manager, and Agricultural Technical Officers to improve educational outcomes for students.
In Years ***** you will offer VET Certificate courses for students.
The successful applicant should ideally hold, or be willing to complete additional studies towards obtaining, a Certificate IV Training and Assessment qualification, and have experience / qualifications in the agricultural / horticultural areas.
You will ideally possess a sound understanding of the Agricultural curriculum and the ability to use high impact learning strategies to successfully engage students in Agriculture should be evident in your practice.
You will ideally build positive relationships with your students, be passionate about creating positive futures for students, and utilise evidence based decision making skills within your practice.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.
Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
Subsidised accommodation where applicable
Free relocation
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on **************.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leanne Prior, Principal on ************.
During the school holidays, please contact Leanne Prior on ************.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start.
consent to and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A statement of up to four (4) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the role and the context of the position and school.
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on ************** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH*******
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 January ****
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