Program Coordinator - Student Services

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS883122

This is a Twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency. 

Warnbro Community High School (CHS) is seeking a highly capable and passionate Program Coordinator to join our Student Services team. The successful applicant will ideally have outstanding communication and leadership skills and will be required to work collaboratively with all members of the Student Services team to support the health and wellbeing of students.

The Program Coordinator – Student Services, will be responsible for the behaviour, attendance, and social/emotional wellbeing of cohorts of students.The successful applicant will ideally have knowledge of the Positive Behaviour in Schools framework and a strong understanding of data informed practice.  

This position requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills as the successful applicant will work effectively with many stakeholders across the school and wider community.  This includes, but is not limited to, parents/carers, teachers, other schools, external agencies and community groups. Ideally, they would understand Trauma Informed Practice, have a restorative approach to conflict and be able to apply their knowledge to broker the best outcomes for students through their outstanding complex case management skills.

The Program Coordinator – Student Services is a member of the College senior leadership team and contributes to whole school review and strategic planning. They will also be responsible for performance development of non-teaching staff and have the ability to utilise a growth coaching approach to mentor staff on a need’s basis.

Situated 50 km south of Perth, Warnbro CHS is located in the beach-side communities of Warnbro and Port Kennedy. WCHS provides a vibrant and nurturing learning environment that takes a holistic approach to the growth and development of our students. The Warnbro CHS community works together to develop students with strong aspirations and a self-belief in achieving success now and in the future. Warnbro CHS is focused on improving student outcomes through meeting students at their point of need.

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):

• 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 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.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information

During the school holiday period, please contact Anthony Pittman on 0497 552 ***.

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 four (4) 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 five (5) 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

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  Wednesday, 10 April 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.