<p>Due to the growing popularity of subjects within our Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) suite of offering, we have an outstanding opportunity for a qualified teacher to join our Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) team.</p> <p><b>Permanent full-time position - Commence Monday 29 January 2024 (Term 1, 2024)<i> (or by negotiation)</i></b></p> <p>As a secondary teacher in the technologies, you will be committed to the achievement of excellence as a classroom teacher and thrive on both the creativity and practical challenges associated with teaching a range of cutting-edge subjects within the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) suite of offering from Year 7 to Year 12. In looking toward 2024, this will include subjects such as Technology (Stage 4), Computing Technologies (Stage 5) and Design and Technology (Stage 5 and Stage 6), however there is scope, depending upon the skills and interest area of the successful applicant to expand beyond this into other areas such as Industrial Technology - Timber or Engineering.</p> <p>This position will suit an experienced teacher or equally be a tremendous opportunity for a student nearing completion of their degree (final internship) or a recent graduate who wishes to work with state-of-the-art facilities and gain valuable experience working in a well-supported, experienced and collegial TAS faculty.</p> <p>To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy all of the following essential selection criteria:</p> <p><b>Essential Criteria </b></p> <ul> <li>A working understanding of, and commitment to the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.</li> <li>Qualified to teach Technology Courses (Stage 4 to Stage 6) with NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.</li> <li>Committed to excellence as a classroom practitioner.</li> <li>Ability to apply differentiation of curriculum in the classroom.</li> </ul> <p><b>Desirable </b></p> <ul> <li>Qualified and / or willingness to teach other TAS subjects such as Industrial Technology - Timber or Engineering (Stage 5), Software Design and Development (Stage 6) and/or Enterprise Computing (Stage 6).</li> </ul> <p><b>How to apply </b></p> <p>To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website <a href="https://www.spc.nsw.edu.au/working-spc/" rel="nofollow">Working at SPC | St Patrick's College Strathfield</a></p> <p>Your application should consist of:</p> <p><b>1.Cover letter</b> (maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability by addressing the following two target questions:</p> <p><b>(a) </b>What motivates you to want to become a teacher with St Patrick’s College, Strathfield?</p> <p><b>(b)</b> How would you use your expertise to enrich the learning of our students?</p> <p><b>2.Current CV</b> (maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees (at least two must be from your current employer).</p> <p><i>All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred). </i></p> <p>A working understanding of, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition, a valid Working with Children clearance and participation in the co-curricular program, are essential conditions of employment.</p> <p>Evidence of a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance and compliance with the College's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy will be required prior to employment.</p> <p>St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.</p> <p><b>Applications close 4:00 PM Thursday 21 December 2023.</b></p> <p>General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251.</p> <p><i>The College reserves the right to interview applicants at any time and prior to the closing date for this position. </i></p> <p>The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.</p> <p><i>St Patrick’s College is an equal opportunity employer. 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