Teacher - Arts - Derby, United Kingdom - Derby District High School

Description

Kimberley Education Region Derby District High School Teacher - Arts Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH854268

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Are you a dedicated and passionate Visual Arts Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity?

Derby District High School (DHS) is seeking a secondary Visual Arts Teacher to join their enthusiastic team of teaching staff.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including:

Locality allowance of $3 per year

11 percent employer contributions to superannuation

12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)

More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave

Subsidised accommodation where applicable

Free relocation

The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

Derby DHS is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Visual Arts Teacher. The capacity to teach other Arts Learning Area contexts would be advantageous, including Media and Drama, depending on the business needs of the school.

Derby DHS is situated in the town of Derby at the southern end of King Sound in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Derby DHS is located in attractive and well-maintained grounds and surroundings. With an enrolment of over 600 students, it provides an education program for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students attend the school from the town of Derby and outlying areas including the Aboriginal Communities of Mowanjum and Pandanus Park.

About the Role

Derby DHS has a well-established Visual Arts program. The incoming teacher would ensure that programs continue to engage and challenge students. They should also provide students with opportunities to showcase their achievements at school and in the wider community.

The successful applicant would ideally have excellent interpersonal skills and will be capable of creating high quality, effective teaching and learning experiences for students in Visual Arts. As Derby DHS is a Positive Behaviour Support (SSPBiS) school, the desire to invest in developing positive working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the local community is a key focus for Derby DHS staff. The successful applicant will ideally be able to teach Visual Arts across Years They should also be able to use Visual Arts as a vehicle for teaching problem solving, collaboration, communication, critical and creative thinking skills to students.

Our School

Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. The town is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and several rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming

Derby DHS is a dynamic school with a highly motivated, supportive, and collaborative staff of over 100 people. The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in Education, particularly in Aboriginal Education. There is an active and strong social club to ensure that staff are well supported both in and out of 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 Derby District High School can be found by visiting

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 three (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the , in context of the role and business needs of the school

A CV of up to four (4) 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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Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH854268

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Are you a dedicated and passionate Visual Arts Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity?

Derby District High School (DHS) is seeking a secondary Visual Arts Teacher to join their enthusiastic team of teaching staff.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including:

Locality allowance of $3 per year

11 percent employer contributions to superannuation

12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)

More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave

Subsidised accommodation where applicable

Free relocation

The ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

Derby DHS is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Visual Arts Teacher. The capacity to teach other Arts Learning Area contexts would be advantageous, including Media and Drama, depending on the business needs of the school.

Derby DHS is situated in the town of Derby at the southern end of King Sound in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Derby DHS is located in attractive and well-maintained grounds and surroundings. With an enrolment of over 600 students, it provides an education program for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students attend the school from the town of Derby and outlying areas including the Aboriginal Communities of Mowanjum and Pandanus Park.

About the Role

Derby DHS has a well-established Visual Arts program. The incoming teacher would ensure that programs continue to engage and challenge students. They should also provide students with opportunities to showcase their achievements at school and in the wider community.

The successful applicant would ideally have excellent interpersonal skills and will be capable of creating high quality, effective teaching and learning experiences for students in Visual Arts. As Derby DHS is a Positive Behaviour Support (SSPBiS) school, the desire to invest in developing positive working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the local community is a key focus for Derby DHS staff. The successful applicant will ideally be able to teach Visual Arts across Years They should also be able to use Visual Arts as a vehicle for teaching problem solving, collaboration, communication, critical and creative thinking skills to students.

Our School

Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. The town is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and several rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming

Derby DHS is a dynamic school with a highly motivated, supportive, and collaborative staff of over 100 people. The collaborative approach, exciting work environment and the students make it a great place to teach. Staff are passionate about improving standards in Education, particularly in Aboriginal Education. There is an active and strong social club to ensure that staff are well supported both in and out of 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 Derby District High School can be found by visiting

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 three (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the , in context of the role and business needs of the school

A CV of up to four (4) 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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