Teacher - Design and Technology - Metalwork and Woodwork

Department of Education; Kununurra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Allowance

District Allowance

Superannuation contributions 12%

Vacation leave 12 weeks (school)

Other leave (20+ days)

Job summary

East Kimberley College in Western Australia is seeking a dedicated Design and Technology Teacher to join our team. The successful applicant will teach Metalwork and Woodwork, bring strong DT knowledge, and build positive relationships with students in a supportive rural school community.

This 12-month fixed-term, full-time position commences Term 1, 2027 with potential extension or permanency. Applicants should engage in professional learning and demonstrate effective classroom management and

Qualifications

• Must hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have work rights for term of appointment.
• Interest in teaching Metalwork and Woodwork is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design and Technology, including Metalwork and Woodwork, to students.
• Engage in relevant professional learning and collaboration with staff.
• Establish positive relationships with students and foster engaging learning.

Skills

DT knowledge

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency 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 East Kimberley College is one of the largest Kindergarten to Year 12 schools in the state with approximately 900 students enrolled. With almost 50% of enrolments being Indigenous, it also has the largest enrolment of Aboriginal students of any school in the State. The College offers all that one would expect in a larger metropolitan school yet has that unique friendly atmosphere typical of a rural community. Our College strives to ensure all students, regardless of ability or style of learning, are provided with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment. At East Kimberley College, our belief is that 'every student matters every day' and we foster our values through a recognised and respected ethos, 'Seek, Strive, Believe, Achieve'. Find out more about our school by visiting eastkimberleycollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online . The Role East Kimberley College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Design and Technology Teacher to join their school. If you are interested in teaching Metalwork and Woodwork we encourage you to apply! The successful applicant should have well-developed professional and practical knowledge in Design and Technology, along with strong teaching and classroom management skills. They should also be able to build positive relationships with students and engage them in highly effective learning. This role will require you to engage in relevant professional learning and display strong communication and interpersonal skills, working as a member of a vibrant and enthusiastic school team.

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:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $ 13 730 a year
• District Allowance of $ 7 436 a year
• 12 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
• Air conditioning subsidy

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brycen Godfrey, Deputy Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] .

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. Explore the equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• 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; and
• 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.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website .