Teacher - Science - Physics

Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

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

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

The College offers a variety of high-performance programs for students to develop their talents and engage and increase engagement such as Basketball, Soccer, Netball specialist programs and Aviation Studies. The curriculum is supported through strong links with industry leaders including the AMA. The Harry Potter themed room supports and extends student literacy and problem-solving capacities via a variety of classes and courses.

Kinross College is committed to the education, both academically and socially for every student and instils our RISE key qualities of RESPECT, INSPIRE, SUPPORT and EXCEL.

Kinross College has had expanding numbers over recent years and is the preferred public-school option. The college accepts TAFE International students and plays a vital role in supporting these students academically and socially into their new education system. The College is highly regarded for having the largest Police Cadets training program in the state, which also supports a strong outdoor education program.

The Role

Kinross College is seeking to appoint a Science - Physics Teacher and teachers at all stages of their career including new graduates and soon to be graduates are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will ideally specialise in the Physics curriculum, and work as part of a collaborative Science team that is friendly and supportive. The successful applicant should ideally have proven abilities in developing teaching and learning programs, and instructional skills that facilitate improved student outcomes using quality data sources.

Kinross College incorporates a model of Explicit Instruction as our chosen pedagogy; with a school wide professional learning program in place. The successful applicant should be willing to engage in this model. All our staff deliver explicit teaching strategies and utilise formative assessment and data analysis to provide quality and effective teaching practices that target students’ needs. To be successful, you should ideally be a student and relationship focused teacher who is highly motivated, innovative, and able to work effectively in a team environment, as well as exhibiting an engaging and energetic teaching style.

The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills that allow them to build and maintain collaborative and respectful partnerships across the college and the wider community. It is highly desirable the successful applicant is committed to working with students to support individualised improvement and extension. The ability to adapt with and utilise technology within the learning area would be highly regarded. An understanding of the Compass software would be beneficial.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personalbenefits.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jeanavieve Walia, Associate Principal on (08) 9233 6700 or jeanavieve.Walia@education.wa.edu.au.

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

- hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.

- 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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Application Instructions

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

- Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training.

- 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):

- Professional Knowledge

- Professional Engagement

- Click “Apply for Job”.

- Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager.

- Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.

#J-18808-Ljbffr