Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator - Southport Special School

Applications are invited for the position of Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator at Southport Special School on a temporary full-time basis, from 08 July 2024 until 27 June 2025, unless otherwise determined.The focus of this role is to provide advice and consultancy services to effect improvements in school health, Safety and Wellbeing performance.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/SER572761/24T
Closing date 14-Jul-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration 08 Jul 2024 until 27 Jun 2025
Contact person Susan Christensen
Contact details (07) 5552 0333
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 Southport Special SchoolSouthport Special School is an Independent Public School (IPS). Like all state schools, we are an integral part of the state schooling system and operate in line with the same legislation and whole of government policy. As an IPS, we have greater autonomy and increased empowerment in decision making ultimately removing barriers to maximise student learning outcomes.About the RoleResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership, guidance and advice regarding health, Safety and Wellbeing.
• Communicate, consult and collaborate with school staff, regional health, Safety and Wellbeing staff and the business unit, regarding the implementation of the department's HSWMS and promotion of health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives.
• Partner with health, Safety and Wellbeing staff in schools to facilitate and assist in the completion of the annual safety assessment.
• Facilitate attendance and/or assist in the identification, preparation and delivery of health, Safety and Wellbeing training and awareness for school employees. This includes inductions, awareness packages and supporting the principal to ensure mandatory training is undertaken.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2 page written assessment outlining suitability in line with role described above.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Role DescriptionInformation Package for Applicants