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SalaryAs the Transition Pathways Officer you will work across two schools, Smithfield State High School; and Woree State High School and provide a broad range of services to maximise the transition outcomes of students at risk of not successfully transitioning from school before the completion of Year 12.This role is offered on a full-time temporary basis, until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO4
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNR557875/24T
Closing date 29-Apr-2024
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Job duration Until 13 Dec 2024 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Ann-Maree Simonato
Contact details 0499 975 247
Access theAbout the Department of EducationThe Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.About Tropical North Learning Academy - Smithfield State High School and Woree State High SchoolSmithfield State High School operates as an Independent Public Secondary School. We have a unique partnership through the Tropical North Learning Academy, with Trinity Beach State School and James Cook University. Together we offer quality, seamless education for our local community from early years through to university and other adult career pathways.Woree State High School is a modern secondary High School located in a picturesque, safe suburban setting. The moderate school population provides a more personal and individual approach for all students, whilst maintaining the full range of curriculum offerings.About the RoleAs the Transition Pathways Officer you will have responsibility for the following:
- Support schools to develop and refine departmental policies, practices and procedures relating to students exiting school prior to the completion of Year 12 to ensure they remain in an eligible option.
- Provide support to schools that will assist the development of successful retention and transition strategies for ‘at risk' students.
- Provide appropriate support and intervention to young people and their families to assist in the transition of young people into a viable education, training or employment option.
- Facilitate the development of a school to post school transition plan for young people who leave school before the completion of Year 12 and provide appropriate case management and support as required.
- Forge links with providers of employment services, community agencies, training organisations and employers to create opportunities for young people to engage in programs that support successful transitions from school into employment or training.
- Establish and maintain effective networks with school based support staff across a cluster of schools to maximise the transition outcomes of students at risk of not successfully transitioning from school before the completion of Year 12.
- Applicants are required to submit a brief resume, contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- Maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role under "How you will be assessed" section of the Role Description, please also consider the information contained in the advertisement on Smartjobs in your response.
