AddressLocation Profile
Tarneit P-9 College is situated in the western suburbs of Melbourne in Wyndham. The College was established in 2013, commencing with an enrolment of 331 students and growing to 2376 students in 2023 slightly up on 2022 enrolments. In the past year, four new primary schools opened in the area that changed the college's designated enrolment boundary resulting in the number of foundation enrolments stabilising, however the number of students in Year 7 has increased significantly. We anticipate that this will be the trend for another 2-3 years, after which the establishment of new secondary schools in the area will enable our numbers across the school to stabilise. The College's vision is to provide a quality education which enables all students to progress by more than one year across all academic measures. We are committed to achieving continuous improvement of learning outcomes for all students and we are establishing a reputation for high academic achievement. The College also values its motto `Scientia Lumen Vitae which means `knowledge is the light of life' The College strives for the highest standards in English and Mathematics and compliments this with quality programs in Science, The Arts, Physical Education and French. At Tarneit P-9 College the following values underpin the actions of our whole community: We value our learning. We are an inclusive school community. We are proud of ourselves, each other, and the school. We act and are responsible. The Tarneit community comprised of diverse family backgrounds, with 50% of the students coming from language backgrounds other than English. India, New Zealand, and Africa are the dominant regions of parents' birth. In addition, 1.24% of students are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. The Student Family Occupation and Education Index of 0.3573 indicates our community comes from low to mid socio-economic backgrounds. Approximately 3% of students are identified as having a disability and/or impairment and 1.33% are from refugee backgrounds. In 2023, the College had 180 teaching staff with a full-time equivalent of 156.5 and 61 non-teaching staff with a fulltime equivalent of 47.7. This includes primary classroom and subject teachers, intervention teachers, secondary specialised subject teachers, administration support, classroom educational support, technical support, Leading Teachers/Learning Specialists, 9 Assistant Principals, and a principal. Tarneit P-9 College provides a comprehensive curriculum for students from years Prep to 9. We are focused on delivering a curriculum that promotes and develops high level literacy and numeracy skills, along with higher order thinking skills. The College is forming strong partnerships with the local kindergartens and Tarneit Senior College to support student transition from K-12. As students' progress through school, the curriculum design allows for a variety of subjects to be offered, ensuring that students have opportunities to pursue their own pathway. The College recognises the importance of the home/school relationships and encourages parent participation at a range of different levels. In partnership with parents and the community, staff members establish high expectations for all students as the standard and provide a safe, supportive environment where students can become productive, knowledgeable, and responsible citizens. The College has developed a Student Learning and Welfare support team, comprising of Psychologists, a Student Welfare Officer, Speech Pathologist and Assistant Principals. The College also works closely with the Wyndham Student Support Services and local organisations to provide a range of supports and interventions for students and their families. The School Wide Positive Behaviour initiative underpins Tarneit P-9 College's approach to wellbeing. The school community has a strong focus on explicitly teaching students the expected behaviours and attitudes aligned with the College values. The rapid growth of the school community has seen a quick expansion of facilities. The College has a state of the art, two storey building for our secondary students, including specialist spaces for science, the arts, technology and STEM. We also have a large senior library, double basketball court and synthetic soccer/rugby field. The College has also prioritised the development of our grounds, including a fence around the perimeter, grassed play areas, artificial turf areas, playgrounds and a range of shading and seating. The College also integrates the latest technology as a tool to support learning. Interactive whiteboards are installed throughout the main building and LCD screens throughout the other learning spaces. Students in Year 3 to 9 participate in a one-to-one device program and all learning spaces have access to wireless connectivity.
Selection Criteria
SC 1 - The ability to provide expert advice In the areas of Careers Counselling and Post-Secondary Pathways for students, parents and staff.
SC 1 - The ability to provide expert advice In the areas of Careers Counselling and Post-Secondary Pathways for students, parents and staff.
SC 2 - Demonstrated ability to apply sound theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in the areas of Careers Counselling including but not limited to Careers options, VTAC applications, SEAS applications and post-secondary options.
SC 3 - Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high-level interpersonal skills including a capacity to develop relationships with students, parents and other staff.
SC 4 - Demonstrated ability to accurately maintain databases and records directly related to the role and provide general administrative assistance.
SC 5 - Demonstrated and proven administrative skills to support teams.
SC 6 - Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth of both self and others.
Role
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs. Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations. This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Hours of Work:
- The hours of work for his position will be 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday The successful applicant will work in between Tarneit P-9 College and Tarneit Senior College.
The successful applicant will have formal qualifications within Course Counselling/Careers Advisory or extensive knowledge of course counselling in a school environment
- High organisation and time management skills
- Familiarity with VTAC application processes
- Knowledge and understanding of the National Career Education Strategy (including Career Portfolios and Morrisby)
- High Interpersonal Skills
- Capacity to work as a member of team
- Ability to support students from a range of backgrounds
Position Summary
The Careers Practitioner/Administration helps prepare students for the world of work and links career and subject choice to independent learning. The Careers Practitioner/ Administration supports students about careers of the future and provides information and resources to assist them to plan their future vocational direction and opportunities in post school life. The Careers Practitioner/ Administration has specific responsibilities in relation to the development and implementation of programs related to the various options available to students as they contemplate post compulsory secondary school and post-school options, within the College, through the leadership of the Leading Teachers Careers & Pathways. The Careers Practitioner has a comprehensive understating of the tertiary system, both in Australia and overseas, with a strong technical understanding of the ATAR and tertiary entrance requirements. The Career Practitioner/Administration is responsible to the Principal through the Assistant Principal & Leading Teachers.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work as a member of the Careers and Pathways Team to ensure careers and pathways planning is an integral part of each year level.
- Course counselling for students across years 7-12, including one to one counselling services for students, parents, and the wider community
- Liaise with and provide information to parents, staff and students about school administration procedures and policy Support Careers & Pathways team with administration as required
- Provide support in the implementation of Careers Education Framework Contribute to the development of Careers newsletters, circulars, and other documentation to be provided to the school community.
- Provide administrative support for specific school programs.
- Liaise with service providers, welfare agencies and relevant organisations to facilitate student referral
- Student support in pathways related areas such as Work Experience placements and careers expo's
- Assist with the organisation and facilitation of college wide events, Including (but not limited to) Careers Expo, Work Experience, Structure Workplace Learning and Careers specific events.
- Skills with technology that support the production of promotional material, manage data, record keeping, identify data trends
- Work with Leading Teachers to support Feeder schools with subject selections and course counselling
- Work with Leading Teachers to implement and manage the Careers Action Plans
- Support Leading Teachers with Coordinating Information rollout, counselling for selection of VTAC and other study options, provide a counselling service at Change of Preference time for VTAC and special Entry and Access Schemes
- Maintain and make available all records regarding student pathways
- Support and track the successful transition to further education and employment and other destination data reports accurately to remain compliant with DET mandated requirements
- Must have adequate Qualifications around Student course counselling and CAPs or extensive experience
- General administration support as required
- Assist students with resume writing, job applications and interview practice as appropriate
- Use of Compass to support student pathways and manage the referral system
- Supporting college staff in achieving due dates and other required duties
- Reports to the Careers and Pathways Leading Teacher and Assistant Principal
Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Please see below details of the Careers ES Position we have advertised on Recruitment Online.
Job Number 1416211
Careers Practitioner
Ongoing - Commencing 17 June 2024
Time Fraction: Full Time (38 hours p/w)
Apply by: 11:59pm 31st May 2024
