Student Support Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS892862

Appointment Pool

Ocean Reef Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool Student Support Officers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2025.

The Student Support Officer will work as part of the Learning Support Team to support our students with diagnosed conditions, successfully using their knowledge of research-based strategies to support students with complex conditions and comorbidities, including mental health diagnoses.

Strong computer skills are highly desirable, particularly proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to utilise Department of Education databases for maintaining records on student attendance, behaviour, and other metrics. The role demands excellent organisational skills, the capacity to work independently and proactively, and the ability to establish positive relationships with all school stakeholders.

Applicants with qualifications in education, social work, psychology, or a related field, as well as experience in educational support, counselling, or child welfare services, are highly regarded, though not essential.

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 requirements (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 Ocean Reef SHS can be found by visiting oceanreef.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information

Please contact Kylie Beaver, Business Support Officer, by telephoning (08) 6206 27***or emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au

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 three (3) 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 two to three (2-3) 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 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, 22 May 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

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

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