AddressIndependent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Mount Lawley Senior High School
Student Support Officer
00042400
Level 3, $74,586 - $80,014 per annum (DOE (SSO) CA 2022)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS883599
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024
Mount Lawley Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer to join their support team.
As the Student Support Officer, you will assist in the coordination of the Student Support Program and in developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies which provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff. In addition, you will engage with administrative processes that ensure a responsive and effective Student Support service.
To be successful to the role you will ideally have high level communication skills, the ability to work autonomously within a team and possess skills in conflict resolution and negotiation, strong networking skills and the ability to problem solve difficult dilemmas. We are a dynamic and diverse educational community, with students and teachers - together with parents, community members and industry partners - all working collaboratively within a team environment.
Founded in 1955, Mount Lawley SHS is located 5 kilometres north of the Perth Central Business District (CBD). It comprises of three sub-schools: Years 7 & 8, Years 9 & 10 and Years 11 & 12. It hosts a Gifted and Talented Languages program, an approved Specialist Visual and Performing Arts program, a Music program and the innovative Aboriginal Excellence Program. The school offers a breadth of curriculum choices and has a rich history of student success and achievement.
A major strength of the school is its strong links and partnerships with parents and the broader community. All staff at Mount Lawley SHS are committed to the provision of learning programs that cater for all post-school destinations including university, State Training Providers and employment. With the school vision of Inspire to Aspire and a motto of Truth and Courtesy, staff and students commit to the attainment of personal best and excellence in all aspects of school life.
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):
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
- Good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- Skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
- Knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations, and services
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.
Further information about Mount Lawley Senior High School can be found by visiting lawley.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Julie Moxey, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9265 1503 or emailing Julie.moxey@education.wa.edu.au
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