Description:
South Coast Baptist College (SCBC) is an independent, co-educational school that serves families in the southern metropolitan regions of Perth and beyond. The College provides inspired, innovative, and exemplary Christian education, empowering students to reach their purpose.
Please click here for our Statement of Faith.
About the role: Year 1 Classroom Teacher - Maternity Leave Cover Position - Terms 3 & 4, 2025
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Start Date: 21 July 2025
For a full job description, please click here.
This Maternity Leave contract position is for Terms 3 & 4, 2025 at South Coast Baptist College. The Primary School provides educational instruction and services to 680 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. This role is full-time teaching one of our 3, Year 1 classrooms. The role involves planning, teaching, and evaluating student learning in a Year 1 classroom setting in line with West Australian Curriculum requirements.
Position Requirements:
- Teach WA Curriculum in English, Maths, Science, HASS, Health, and Design Technologies.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Experience with the Reggio Emilia approach and commitment to inclusivity is desirable.
- Handover in Term 2; collaborative team with common DOTT time.
Selection Criteria:
- Valid teaching qualification and WA Teacher Registration, with focus on Year 1 curriculum.
- Skilled in delivering high-quality programs in core subjects and the Arts.
- Strong classroom management, fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork with staff, parents, and the school community.
- Commitment to independent school values; Reggio Emilia experience is desirable.
Essential Criteria:
- A personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.
- Active participation in a church or Christian community, exemplifying Christian beliefs, behaviour, and practices.
- Acceptance of the College’s Statement of Faith.
- Ability to build cooperative and supportive relationships with the Board, Principal, staff, students, and parents.
- Commitment to personal best practice.
- Ensure decisions are impartial, fact-based, and fair.
- Model appropriate and proper channels of communication.
- Consistently act in the best interests of the College and its ethos.
- Adherence to all policies and procedures outlined by SCBC.
- Commitment to maintaining a child-safe environment in line with the College’s values and policies.
- Possession of the following certifications:
- National Police Clearance
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
*South Coast Baptist College reserves the right to fill this position prior to the closing date.
When applying, please ensure you have the following documents with your application.
- Covering letter.
- Resume.
- Declaration of service (Teachers only).
Copy of:
- Working with Children Check.
- Relevant qualification certificates/academic transcripts.
- Visa / Residency Status / Passport
- Driver’s license.
- First Aid Certificate.
- National Police Clearance.
- Pastor/Christian Leader’s reference.
For questions, please contact our HR team at:
Phone: (08) 9540 4406
Email: HR@scbc.wa.edu.au