Are you passionate about empowering families in their educational choices? Do you thrive on providing expert guidance and support to parents navigating the realm of home education? If so, this opportunity might be perfect for you!
Your Role
As a Senior Education Officer specialising in Home Education, you'll be at the forefront of assisting families in understanding their statutory obligations and navigating the home education process. Reporting to the Manager of the Home Education Unit, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that families receive the support they need to embark on their home education journey. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing expert advice on home education legislation, policies, and procedures to parents considering or currently engaged in home education.
- Assessing and processing home education registration applications in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Conducting internal reviews as necessary, exercising delegated decision-making powers.
- Building and sustaining supportive relationships with home educating families and other stakeholders.
- Contributing to the ongoing improvement of services and information available to home educating families.
- Assisting in the development and management of systems, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
A mandatory requirement for this role is possession of a relevant degree from a recognised tertiary institution or agreed equivalent, demonstrating your suitability and relevance to the responsibilities of the position.
Competencies You'll Bring: Your leadership competencies will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Vision: Leading strategically, stimulating ideas and innovation, driving change in complex environments, and making insightful decisions.
- Results: Developing and mobilizing talent, building enduring relationships, inspiring others, and driving accountability and outcomes.
- Accountability: Fostering healthy and inclusive workplaces, pursuing continuous growth, and demonstrating sound governance.
If you are experienced and have the above skills, please forward your resume.