Program Coordinator - Student Services

Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a committed and effective leader to join our senior leadership team in the role of Program Coordinator - Student Services.As Program Coordinator - Student Services, the successful applicant should work collaboratively with the leadership team and have a focus on the development of a safe and positive learning environment that will improve student outcomes. The successful applicant will ideally possess the ability to develop, implement and evaluate policies, procedures, and programs relevant to the Student Services area to support the school’s whole school approach to improvement of attendance, engagement, and achievement. You should display a sound understanding of the case management of educationally at-risk students that includes knowledge of effective intervention, monitoring and reporting strategies. There is an associated responsibility to establish and manage administrative and operational systems to ensure the effective operation of Student Services, to support school business plan targets and in accordance with Departmental policy and guidelines.Using effective change strategies, the successful applicant should lead the school community to better understand the tiered and inter-connected interventions, so all students receive the appropriate levels of support, developing opportunities for improved service. In this key school leadership position, the successful applicant should also have strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and have an ability to build strong school and community links with parents and external agencies and to work collaboratively at Girrawheen SHS. They will ideally be innovative and have a strong knowledge of the use of data to inform the delivery of successful wellbeing programs and case management strategies. Strong knowledge of how to successfully plan and implement strategies to support students with complex behaviours is highly desirable.At Girrawheen SHS, we not only strongly believe in achieving academic success, but also the development of a well-rounded individual who genuinely comprehends the importance of contributing positively to society. To this end, we offer a wealth of opportunities to provide every student with a pathway to a successful future. In 2021, Girrawheen SHS was named in the top four schools in the State, as a finalist for WA Secondary School of the Year in the WA Education Awards. In 2022, Girrawheen Senior High School was awarded the Excellence in Teaching and Learning (Secondary) Award. As a quality teaching lead school, the successful applicant is expected to be familiar with the Teaching for Impact framework.Our school has a strong focus on bettering student academic achievement so that our students may enter the world as well-equipped as possible to pursue any opportunity that may become available. We provide an ATAR pathway which has seen students achieve prestigious State Distinction and Merit Awards and State Subject Excellence Awards.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:

• Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
• High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
• Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
• Capacity to manage physical and financial resources.

Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements 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 Girrawheen Senior High School can be found by visiting orAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job-related information:Please contact Anna Italiano, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9247 0555 or emailingDuring the school holiday period, please contact Anna Italiano on 0409 446 420Application InstructionsAll 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 in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to three (3) 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 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.Eligibility and training requirementsEmployees 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;
• meet the Department of Education

requirements; * 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; and
• 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 Friday, 10 May 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.