Graduate Teacher Program in Horsham

The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities. The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels. Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricular activities.

Core responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing a range of teaching programs or courses of study
• Teaching an area of the curriculum or a general curriculum to a year level
• Monitoring, evaluating and reporting student progress in key learning areas
• Implementing strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes
• Maintaining records of class attendance and recording student progress
• Implementing effective student management consistent with the school charter.
• Working with a mentor to participate in professional development planning, implementation and reflection developing a professional portfolio

Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programs
• Contributing to a range of co-curricular programs

To be eligible to apply for a position advertised through the Teacher Graduate Recruitment program, a teacher must:

• have completed their course requirements and graduated in the last 4 years, and
• not be employed as a teacher by the department at the time the advertised position is to commence

Applicants must also be currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar.

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.

The successful candidate is committing to a minimum of 1 year employment at this school. The successful candidate will not be a Graduate Teacher Incentive recipient from a previous vacancy. The successful candidate must not be employed as a teacher by the Department at the time the advertised position is to commence.

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements.

Horsham West and Haven Primary School's mission is to maintain a community of learners who are happy and confident in their ability to learn, grow and succeed. Horsham West and Haven Primary School's vision is to empower all students to achieve their personal best.

The school values are the cornerstone of our expectations for our school community. Horsham West and Haven Primary School is a dual campus primary school with a combined enrolment of approximately 650 students. The two campuses are apart, situated in developing residential areas and enjoy a healthy level of community support and involvement as evidenced by active Parents' Clubs which operate at both campuses.

The Horsham West campus is located on the western fringe of Horsham and is a large primary school with 540 students. The campus has specialist facilities which include a gymnasium, performing arts room, art room, STEAM room and a well-resourced library. Our Haven campus is located in a rural setting on the southern outskirts of Horsham. The Prep to Year 6 curriculum provided at the Haven campus is well supported by weekly art, German, STEAM and physical education classes. The campus has adjoining community sports facilities that extend the recreational activities available to students.

Each year, the school musical production showcases the talents of our students. There is a focus on information technology with the introduction of iPads throughout the school. Horsham West and Haven Primary School are implementing Explicit Direct Instructional practices across the school, with a focus on using research and evidence to embed Structured Literacy. The school has invested heavily in the professional development of staff, ensuring that students who attend Horsham West and Haven Primary School receive evidence-based instruction daily. Our teachers are dedicated, hardworking and, importantly, caring professionals who go out of their way to ensure all children receive the highest quality educational experience we can offer. Our support staff team, which includes our office administration staff, education support liaison, welfare officer and integration aides provide invaluable support to students and teachers across our school.