Aboriginal Student Support Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS877934
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Champion Bay Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint an Aboriginal Student Support Officer to join their friendly team.
The role of the Aboriginal Student Support Officer is to assist in the coordination of the Student Support Program. You will be responsible in developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies for Aboriginal students, family members and staff. You will develop supportive links between Aboriginal students, the family and school and other agencies and establish a network of partnerships both in government and non-government agencies.
In addition, you will research on current issues for young Aboriginal people and assist in the Cultural Responsiveness targets as outlined in the school’s operational plan. Leadership experience is also an advantage.
At Champion Bay SHS we ensure that student achievement and learning is at the centre of all we do. The welcoming learning environments provide the very best for our students, inviting them to take real ownership of their team and resources (which includes an iPad for each student). A notable feature of our school is our strong emphasis on pastoral care.
A dedicated student services centre with highly qualified staff works closely with parents to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of the students.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
Sound oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with local organisations and services.
Skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of Aboriginal students experiencing difficulties.
Sound research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
Effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing prioritises within timelines.
Applications will be assessed against these work-related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Champion Bay Senior High School can be found by visiting www.championbayshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Kylie Lynch, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Geraldton, by telephoning (08) 9965 83***or emailing ***********@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
A two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background is considered essential for this
position under section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act.
Employees will be required to:
Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment.
Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Monday, 19 February 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
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Aboriginal Student Support Officer
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