Teacher - Design and Technology - Metals and Engineering or Vocational Trainer

Teacher - Design and Technology - Metals and Engineering or Vocational Trainer

Branch: Leonora District High School

Division: Independent Public School - Goldfields Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025

Are you a passionate educator looking for a rewarding teaching experience? Leonora District High School (DHS) invites applications for a dedicated Teacher - Design and Technology - Metals and Engineering or Vocational Trainer to join our team, teaching both primary and high school students, with a small class size and a focus on On-Country Learning Experience.

Located in the Goldfields-Esperance region, north of Kalgoorlie, Leonora DHS caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Leonora DHS has a long history of supporting the local community by embracing the cultural diversity of Leonora. With 112 student enrolments, 79% being of Aboriginal heritage, the school embeds the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework throughout the curriculum.

As a Teacher or Vocational Trainer and Assessor, you should possess sound communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for working with young people in a flexible training environment. The ability to manage student groups and deliver the required knowledge and skills is highly desirable.

In addition, you would form industry links and networks to ensure that training meets the needs of industry. The successful applicant will ideally deliver Certificate II in Engineering Pathways to students in Years 10, 11, and 12, develop projects for Year 7, 8, and 9 students based on Engineering, and deliver hands-on projects for primary school students. Experience in other trades training areas such as Automotive would be highly regarded. Familiarity with vocational pathways, workplace learning, and career preparation is also desirable. Experience engaging students with limited literacy levels would be highly desirable.

The successful applicant would deliver quality training programs, assessment tools, and supporting materials to deliver the curriculum to students. Delivery and assessment may include interaction in the classroom, workshop, and compliance with the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) standards. Experience in training environments is a definite advantage in this role.

We encourage people holding relevant trade qualifications or motivated teachers eager to share their knowledge with students to apply for the position.

Professional Benefits - Teacher

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:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13,730 a year
• District Allowance of $2,734 a year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500
• 11.5 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

Teachers and School Administrators employed at Leonora District High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.

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

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 disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers 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.

If you are a Vocational Trainer and Assessor, in your application you will need to demonstrate competency against the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

• Relevant current industry skills, knowledge, experience, and competency in the industry vocation or professional field.
• Comprehensive understanding and sound knowledge of the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework, including Training Packages, Australian Qualifications Framework, the Standards for RTOs, Recognition of Prior Learning, and competency-based training and assessment.
• Ability to design and prepare training programs and assessment materials to a high standard.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills with the appropriate interpersonal skills for working with young people.
• Initiative and organisational skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.

Applications will be assessed against the above work-related requirements.

Your application should include:

• A three (3) page statement addressing the above work-related requirements.
• 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH954943

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 Thursday, 27 March 2025