Aso5 Accommodation Team Leader

Department for Education
Job reference: 585279
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About Department for Education

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the Role

This role will coordinate and undertake complex and sensitive accommodation assessment and placement services to support international students accessing quality homestays managed by International Education Services (IES). The position accredits and works closely with homestays to ensure they are appropriately screened, trained and supported whilst in the program. This is achieved by providing timely and accurate advice, assistance and direction in relation to student welfare, accommodation requirements, legislative standards, policy compliance and IES procedures. They provide an escalation point for schools and homestay families in relation to complex issues and queries, including interpreting policies, conducting sensitive conversations with a range of stakeholders to resolve conflict and advise the correct application of procedures, to enable accreditation and compliance with Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) and Child Protection legislative requirements.

Why work with us

By joining our team, you will:

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Create change that will make a real difference in the lives of children.

Together, we can work towards building a stronger future for all students in South Australia.

Qualifications
Desirable: Ability to speak a language other than English.

Special Conditions

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. 

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Remuneration

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

ASO5: $84,522 - $94,003 per annum plus superannuation

Enquiries

Enquiries can be directed to Lausanne Cheers, Manager, International Student Services, via tel: 8226 4353 or email: ***************@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions
Applicants are required to submit a CV and a written statement of no more than 1500 words addressing the key competencies in the position description. In addition, applicants are required to fill and submit the attached Application Cover Sheet and Employment Declaration forms.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications must be made through the I Work For SA website.

Additional Note

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) contract, starting immediately for three years.

Applications close: 01/04/2024 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Application Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf
- Position Description ASO5 Accommodation Team Leader.pdf
- Pre-employment Declaration.pdf
- RD - How to Apply PS Act guidelines.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.