Professional Immersion Program for
Program Handbook
A collaboration between AngliSchools and the University of Western Australia Graduate School of Education
Introducing PIPE
PIPE is a paid professional immersion program for educators, a partnership between AngliSchools and the University of Western Australia’s (UWA) Graduate School of Education.
The program offers paid experience with one of our schools with an experienced mentor teacher to provide guidance and support. It is designed to ensure future teachers are classroom ready.
To attract high quality candidates, PIPE will offer meaningful experience for pre-service teachers that is structured around their study commitments.
Eligibility
Initially, only pre-service teachers studying the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) at UWA will be eligible to participate in the trial. It is envisaged that PIPE will expand to include secondary pre-service teachers in coming years.
About AngliSchools
We have 12 schools in Western Australia, three in Victoria and one in New South Wales, providing Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 education for more than 16,000 students.
Our vision is to nurture and educate young people via a growing system of low-fee Anglican schools providing quality, inclusive Christian education.
Our core values, faith, excellence, justice, respect, integrity and inclusion, reflect our commitment to:
» live and teach Christian values
» pursue high standards
» demonstrate fairness
» respect for self
» others and the world
» act with honesty
» promote diversity and celebrate difference.
Our Strategic Plan incorporates these values and aims for commercially sustainable system growth. We pursue excellence in our learning communities, living our values and leading through influence and advocacy.
How it works
Benefits for PIPE pre-service teachers:
» Paid employment, one day a week
» Real work experience in a connected community
» Dedicated support from a mentor teacher
» Part of a supportive community of PIPE pre-service teachers.
Benefits for PIPE mentor teachers:
» Enhanced engagement with professional practice
» Opportunities to explore leadership in the AngliSchools’ Aspiring Leaders Program.
Benefits for PIPE schools:
» Address current and future staffing needs by creating a pipeline of quality, classroom-ready teachers
» Engage expert educators in growing and enhancing their practice
» Make a positive contribution to raising the status of the teaching profession.
Qualifying for PIPE
For PIPE pre-service teachers
PIPE pre-service teachers must be at least 18 years old and need to have:
» Started a Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) at UWA
» A current Working With Children Check and National Police clearance
» A willingness to embrace the Anglican values and identity of their school community.
For mentor teachers
PIPE mentor teachers will need to:
» Have at least five years of classroom experience
» Lead regular goal setting reviews with PIPE pre-service teachers
» Allow the PIPE pre-service teacher to observe their lessons
» Be available to answer the PIPE pre-service teacher’s questions and offer support.
For schools
PIPE mentor schools need to:
» Provide an appropriate mentor teacher for the PIPE student teacher
» Support the PIPE pre-service teacher’s growth and development
» Provide a range of opportunities for the PIPE pre-service teacher
» Communicate with AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning about the PIPE pre-service teacher and review the PIPE pilot program as required.
Roles
and responsibilities
of AngliSchools and UWA
AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning will:
» Ensure opportunities for PIPE pre-service teachers to participate in a graduate program with other graduate and pre-service teachers employed in our schools
» Provide professional learning for mentor teachers
» Liaise between UWA and our PIPE schools.
The UWA course coordinator may:
» Communicate with AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning about any concerns they have about PIPE pre-service teachers or their ability to meet their employment and academic commitments
» Provide information about pre-service teacher academic schedules and details about what pre-service teachers are learning at university.
PIPE pre-service teacher position description
A load of 0.2 FTE negotiated with the school Principal to complement university study commitments, paid at $28/hour.
Load 0.2 FTE negotiated with the school Principal to complement university study.
Remuneration Paid as Education Assistant Step 1 under the WA Support Staff Enterprise Agreement 2015. Currently $28.12 per hour for one day per week, fixed-term, part-time. Entitlements to accrue under the EBA.
Commencement 30 April 2025
Reporting to School-based supervisor
Supported by School-based mentor, School Principal and AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning
Personal Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate a clear understanding of, and affinity with, the ethos and philosophy of AngliSchools; and:
» be willing to explore the Anglican identity of their school community
» have intellectual strength, professional integrity and a passion for education
» have a commitment to pastoral care and a knowledge of the social and emotional issues affecting young people
» demonstrate ongoing enthusiasm, initiative and innovation
» be able to communicate effectively
» show a commitment to their own ongoing professional learning
» demonstrate approachability and flexibility.
Additional Learning and Engagement
PIPE pre-service teachers will have the opportunity to engage in additional learning opportunities focused on teaching in an Anglican school. They attend an AngliSchools hosted event each term to connect with other participants in the program and school personnel, engage in a workshop or hear from a speaker.
They may be guided in developing their curriculum vitae and job applications and coached with interview practice.
When opportunities arise, they can choose to:
» engage in the school’s professional learning program, including professional development days (where study permits), staff meetings and professional learning groups
» participate in faculty planning and programming, including attending faculty meetings
» participate in the pastoral program of the school, including engaging in Tutor/ Homeroom/ House/ Year Group programs
» participate in the co-curricular program
» participate in the camp program (where study permits)
» engage in duties and supervision where required
» contribute to supporting the learning of students
» support students requiring special provisions for assessment.
Information for participating schools
• The AngliSchools’ head office will prepare a Contract of Employment for schools to use when employing PIPE pre-service teachers.
• Schools will nominate a line manager who is not the mentor teacher.
• Schools will arrange support for the mentor teacher, who will be allocated DoTT release for the one-on-one meetings with the PIPE pre-service teacher.
• The AngliSchools’ head office will fund half the PIPE pre-service teacher’s salary.
• There will be an evaluation at the end of each term. The evaluation will be shared with the AngliSchools’ head office staff and key UWA staff.
• The AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning and the Chief Operating Officer will meet with the UWA Course Coordinator at least once a term during the pilot.
Term dates
Term 2
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Wed, 30 April
Wed, 7 May
Wed, 14 May
Wed, 21 May
Wed, 28 May
Wed, 4 June
Wed, 11 June
Wed, 18 June
Wed, 25 June
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Term 3
Wed, 23 July
Wed, 30 July
Wed, 6 August
Wed, 13 August
Wed, 20 August
Wed, 27 August
Wed, 3 September
Wed, 10 September
Wed, 17 September
Wed, 24 September
How to apply
Please submit the following to hr@anglischools.edu.au:
• a cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing the selection criteria
• a one-page CV
• details for two referees (including phone and email contacts) (the referee cannot be from the UWA Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) faculty or course).
Key dates
18 February sharing information about PIPE and answering questions at UWA’s Education Faculty Orientation Day
6 March Deadline for PIPE pre-service teacher cover letters, with application form and CV to be submitted
10-14 March Shortlisted pre-service teachers interviewed
TBC Orientation Session, 9am-10am in the Graduate School of Education Conference Room at UWA
30 April PIPE pre-service teachers start work one day a week in our schools
TBC Program Finish Celebration Day AngliSchools’ House, 441 Murray Street, Perth 10am-noon
Key contacts
AngliSchools’ Director of Teaching and Learning
Ms Kathryn Paul
P. 08 9286 0290
E. kpaul@anglischools.edu.au
UWA Course Coordinator
Dr Gemma Scarparolo
P. 08 6488 2385
A. Room M428 Graduate School of Education
E. gemma.scarparolo@uwa.edu.au
