Student Support Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS881991

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024

Malvern Spring Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic, and committed Student Support Officer (SSO) to join our dynamic team.

You will work as part of the Student Service team to support students both individually and in groups, encouraging students’ engagement in activities and ensuring a safe environment for them to thrive. SSO will identify student absenteeism and truancy, collect and provide case information.

The ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with young people is essential for this role, as the SSO will work with these students in overcoming fears to find success. The SSO will also be a key strategy in managing the risk for students with mental health concerns on camps and excursions. In addtion, the SRO will assist and participate in crisis management and response duties.

Malvern Springs PS is an Independent Public-School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are proud of our school and its multicultural community where we foster positive relationships with parents and local community groups. Our buildings and grounds are attractive; and facilities are state-of-the-art and well maintained. Malvern Springs PS is located in Ellenbrook.

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 written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide a professional, confidential service to a range of clients.
• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience in the use of computerised management information systems including database, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Effective organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support with the ability to manage conflicting timelines.

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.

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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 two (2) 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 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 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 Thursday, 28 March 2024.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

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