1. Guidelines for Applicants: Creating a profile and applying for a job jobs.nsw NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU 2

2. Creating a profile and applying for a job Select New User to create a profile (or enter your details and Login if you have an existing profile). 1 NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU

3. Creating a profile and applying for a job 2 NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Click I Accept to proceed.

4. Creating a profile and applying for a job 3 NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Fields with a red asterisk must be completed before clicking Register.

5. Creating a profile and applying for a job Once you have registered, there are 9 steps to applying for the advertised position. Allow plenty of time to submit your application, as the closing date/time is strictly enforced. 4 NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU 123456789

6. Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 1: Diversity Information At each stage of the online application process there is the option to Save and Continue or Save as Draft. Selecting Save as Draft will allow you to come back later and continue from the point at which you saved. (Selecting Quit will allow you to exit without saving.)

7. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 2: Contact Details Fields marked with a red asterisk are mandatory.

8. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 3: Additional Information Fields marked with a red asterisk are mandatory.

9. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 4: Relevant Work History This is a snapshot of your work history and may be completed in full sentences or dot points.

10. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 5: Academic Qualifications

11. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 6: Statement of Claim This is where you attach your document addressing the selection criteria. NOTE: Please ensure your attachment addresses the selection criteria only. There is no need to attach copies of professional learning certificates as these are verified by your referees.

12. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 7: Referees Fields marked with a red asterisk are mandatory.

13. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 8: Disclaimer Fields marked with a red asterisk are mandatory.

14. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job Step 9: Summary and Submit

15. Help! Where do I include my CV? If you wish to submit a CV, it should be attached at Step 6: Statement of Claim.However, it is not necessary to submit a separate CV as the information it contains will be included within the online application process. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job CVOnline application Personal detailsStep 2: Contact Details QualificationsStep 5: Academic Qualifications School experienceStep 4: Relevant Work History RefereesStep 7: Referees

16. Help! I submitted my application but forgot to add something. What can I do? Even after you’ve submitted your application you can amend it without having to submit a new one, right up until 4:00 PM on the closing date. The selection panel does not see any of the applications until after 4:00 PM on the closing date. NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job

17. To ensure attachments relevant to your applications are submitted go to http://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/documents/Jobs_NSW_attach.pdf Advice for Candidates: Submitting attachments with your job applications NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU Creating a profile and applying for a job

18. 5 NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITIES WWW.DEC.NSW.GOV.AU For more information about addressing the selection criteria see the Guide to Application Writing for Classroom Teacher Positions: http://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/documents/ app_guide.pdf