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Statement of Equity Principles
Annual Reports
Expressions of interest
Branch Organisational Charts

The Office of the Board of Studies is an equal opportunity employer. The Office welcomes applications for current job vacancies described on this page from both government and non-government sector applicants. To assist prospective applicants, the Office has prepared a Job Applicant’s Kit which provides guidelines on applying for jobs at the Office of the Board of Studies. Applications must reach the Office through the post or by hand delivered by 5pm of the specified closing date. The Office of the Board of Studies has a no smoking in the workplace policy.

The Office of the Board of Studies NSW is located at – Level 4, 117 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000
The Office of the Board of Studies NSW postal address is – PO Box 5300, Sydney NSW 2001
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Statement of Equity Principles

This Statement of Equity Principles provides a guide to writers of syllabuses, support materials and assessment guidelines in developing materials which relate to two of the Board's corporate objectives:

to develop high quality courses and support materials for primary and secondary education suited to the needs of the full range of students;
to assess student achievement and award credentials of international standards to meet the needs of the full range of students.

The Statement of Equity Principles is derived from the Board's Statement of Values (pp 2-3) which was endorsed by the Board in 1994. The Statement of Equity Principles serves to elucidate the Statement of Values from an equity perspective.

The Board of Studies NSW Annual Reports

The Board of Studies NSW Annual Reports: The Office of the Board of Studies NSW is responsible for the development and delivery of professional and administrative services to the Minister for Education and the Board of Studies and its committees to enable the Minister and the Board to fulfil their respective legislated functions under the Education Act 1990. These functions include responsibility for NSW curriculum development, monitoring and support; registration and accreditation of non-government schools and home schooling, and the assessment and examination of student achievements for the awarding of the NSW School Certificate and Higher School Certificate.

Expressions of interest

Expressions of Interest – Authorised Person for the purpose of Home Schooling

The Board of Studies is seeking expressions of interest for an Authorised Person to service the:

Sydney West Area

Authorised Persons provide advice and reports on applications for home schooling. Generally, Authorised Persons meet the applicant and the children in their home. The report to the Board of Studies assesses the applicant’s compliance with the home schooling provisions of the Education Act 1990 and related Guidelines.

The successful applicant for this role will be engaged for a period of up to three years, commencing as soon as possible or at an agreed time with the possibility of extension for a further three years. Remuneration will be on a contracted fee-for-service basis.

The closing date for applications is 20 January 2012.

Engagement as an authorised person for the purpose of home schooling
(Education Act 1990)

The Education Act 1990 recognises home schooling as a legitimate alternative to the enrolment of a child of compulsory school age in a government or registered non-government school in NSW.

The Board of Studies is delegated by the Minister for Education with the responsibility for the administration of the home schooling program in NSW.

The Board of Studies is seeking expressions of interest from persons based in the Sydney West Area to service the surrounding areas as an Authorised Person.

Authorised Persons provide advice and report on applications for home schooling. Generally, Authorised Persons meet the applicant and the children in their home to assess an application. The report to the Office of the Board of Studies provides the Authorised Person’s assessment of the applicant’s compliance with the home schooling provisions of the Education Act 1990 and related Guidelines.

Selection Criteria

Formal teaching qualifications
Evidence of successful teaching experience and curriculum leadership
Recent experience in supporting the implementation of the Board’s curriculum
Demonstrated understanding of a range of approaches to teaching and learning
Knowledge of the minimum curriculum requirements K-12 for children in NSW between the ages of six and seventeen years
Understanding and appreciation of home schooling as a viable educational alternative
High level interpersonal and written communication skills
Capacity to use information and communication technologies to prepare reports and communicate with the Office.

Your Expression of Interest must address these selection criteria

It is an offence for a prohibited person under the ‘Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998’ to seek child related employment. Screening checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants.

Applicants will need to possess a vehicle with comprehensive insurance, a current driver’s licence and access to telephone and computer (including internet) services. Home visits and meetings will be required during normal working hours.

The Board’s Home Education in NSW Information Package may be accessed on the Board of Studies website at http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/parents/home-schooling.html

Inquiries: Ms Anne Keenan (02) 9367 8424

Post applications including curriculum vitae to:

The Administrative Officer

Home Education Unit
Registration and Accreditation Branch
Board of Studies NSW

GPO Box 5300

Sydney NSW 2001

Closing Date: 20 January 2012.

KLA review 2012 – Expression of interest for KLA reviewers

The Board of Studies has established a register of reviewers to assist with the annual Key Learning Area (KLA) review.

Each year the Board of Studies seeks the assistance of educators with a high level of curriculum expertise and knowledge of its syllabus requirements to undertake the KLA review in the areas of primary and secondary education, including Vocational Education and Training.

Reviewers are required to undertake training that covers the syllabus requirements, the procedures involved in the review and ethical and professional issues including discussion of potential areas of conflict and confidentiality requirements. All reviewers sign a confidentiality agreement with regard to the work being undertaken.

The review occurs over a period of four weeks during April to May with the main review overlapping the end of Term 1 school holidays. Generally each reviewer would be offered approximately three (3) days work. The review takes place at the office of the Board of Studies at 117 Clarence Street, Sydney.

Submission of an expression of interest

People with high-level and successful experience in curriculum leadership and expertise in Board of Studies syllabus requirements are invited to submit an expression of interest for inclusion on the register of KLA reviewers.

The expression of interest form and accompanying statements of support should be submitted by 3 February 2012 to:

Kim Owens
Senior Registration Officer
Registration Branch
Board of Studies NSW
GPO Box 5300
SYDNEY NSW 2001

Should you require further information, please contact Kim Owens on telephone 02 9367 8134 or email: kim.owens@bos.nsw.edu.au

Selection of KLA reviewers

The selection of reviewers will involve consideration of the following criteria:

demonstrated expert knowledge of current Board of Studies syllabuses in the nominated KLA(s)
recent and successful experience in leading curriculum development and/or evaluation in a school context
a capacity to review curriculum materials in an online environment.

Your expression of interest should address these criteria.

Additionally, your expression of interest should nominate school(s) where you have had a role in leading and/or supporting curriculum development. Conflict of interest will be taken into account in the selection of reviewers.

2012 Higher School Certificate Examinations

The Board invites applications from teachers and academics with appropriate experience and qualifications who wish to take part in the development of the 2012 Higher School Certificate examinations. Setting or assessing HSC examinations is a rewarding and challenging experience that provides a positive contribution to professional development. It is an opportunity to further develop understanding of assessment techniques and to enhance skills in setting examinations.

Register of curriculum writers

The Board of Studies is seeking expressions of interest from people qualified to be included on a register of curriculum writers and reviewers.

This register will be used to select writers for a range of curriculum support projects including:

Analysis of NSW consultation feedback on the Australian curriculum
Development of support materials for implementation of the Australian curriculum in NSW
Other tasks associated with the development of support materials

People with experience in curriculum development and support, together with expertise in relation to one or more of the curriculum areas of Primary education, English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Languages, The Arts, PDHPE, Technology, Special Education/Life Skills and/or Cross-curriculum areas are invited to submit an expression of interest for inclusion on the register of writers.

Writers and reviewers will be selected from the register to undertake tasks at various times of the year. There is no closing date for this register. Expressions of interest will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Curriculum Writers – expression of interest form (PDF)

The expression of interest form and accompanying statements of support should be submitted to: Rhonda Clarke Head National Projects rhonda.clarke@bos.nsw.edu.au

VET Curriculum Writers – Call for Expressions of Interest

To assist with curriculum development and review for Vocational Education and Training (VET), the Office of the Board of Studies is updating its register of VET curriculum writers and reviewers. This register will be used to select writers and reviewers to undertake tasks at various stages of the year.

People with experience in writing and reviewing syllabuses, support materials and/or samples or units of work are invited to submit an expression of interest for inclusion on the register.

Projects anticipated for 2011–2012 require writers/reviewers with expertise in:

Electrotechnology
Financial Services
Information Technology
Metal and Engineering
Primary Industries
Retail Services.

Those with expertise in industry areas covered by the other Industry Curriculum Frameworks are also invited to submit an expression of interest for inclusion on the register.

Please submit a new expression of interest even if you have sent one in previous years so that we can ensure your details are current.

Selected writers and reviewers will work under the direction of a project manager who will have responsibility for coordinating and managing each of the tasks and ensuring that the project is completed to an acceptable standard, on time and within budget. For some projects there may be more than one person involved and the writers/reviewers will need to work collaboratively.

In the majority of cases, selected writers/reviewers will be required to undertake the work at the Office of the Board of Studies at 117 Clarence Street, Sydney.

Confidentiality

Writers/reviewers will be required to give an undertaking that they will maintain confidentiality in relation to the project being undertaken.

Placement on the register

Selection of writers will involve consideration of the following criteria:

demonstrated knowledge in the area(s)
teaching experience in relevant area(s)
demonstrated experience in curriculum development or evaluation in an educational environment
high level of writing skills.

These criteria should be evident in your application and supporting documentation.

Submission of an Expression of Interest

The expression of interest along with accompanying statements of support should be sent to:

Principal Project Officer, Vocational Education
Office of the Board of Studies NSW
Curriculum and Assessment Directorate
GPO Box 5300
SYDNEY NSW 2001
vet@bos.nsw.edu.au

Questions regarding this call for Expressions of Interest can be directed to the Vocational Education Team, Curriculum and Assessment Directorate at vet@bos.nsw.edu.au or (02) 9367 8310.