Student Support Officer

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Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Swan View Senior High School
Student Support Officer
Pool Ref IPS/SS884579
Level 3, $74,586 - $80,014 per annum (DOE (SSO) CA 2022)
Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS884579
Appointment Pool
Swan View Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of 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 1, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 1, 2025.
The Student Support Officers will assist in the day to day running of Student Support programs and should ensure an effective and responsive service for students. This may include supporting students with social and emotional needs on a daily basis, assisting with the development and running of small group social and emotional learning and wellbeing programs as well as study groups.
Swan View SHS is located in the foothills of Perth close to John Forrest National Park. The school draws students from areas of the Swan Valley, Swan View, Stratton, Middle Swan, Bellevue, Koongamia, Midvale and also attracts a number of students from the hills suburbs of Greenmount, Glen Forrest and Helena Valley. This provides the school with a diverse and capable student population with a powerful sense of community. The school is inclusive with strong links to local Aboriginal community and culture.
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 prioritises 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 Swan View Senior High School can be found by visiting or .
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available
For further job related information
Please contact Ian Gilles, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9294 6100 or emailing
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 four (4) 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 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 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 Monday, 25 March 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.