Workplace Learning Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS873345

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024 

Mindarie Senior College is seeking a motivated Workplace Learning Officer to join their Career Development team.

As our Workplace Learning Officer you will ensure the efficient operation of the Workplace Learning Office, including administering spreadsheets, databases, student records and the effective management of other school information systems. You may also be responsible for liaising with students, parents and businesses to achieve high levels of Workplace Learning outcomes. This involves securing work placements with existing and new workplace business partners. The ideal applicant should have the capacity to work collaboratively with the Vocational Education and Training (VET). school officer. Experience with the Reporting to Parents (RTP) Workplace Learning module would be an advantage.

Mindarie Senior College is a purpose-built senior college designed to meet the educational needs of Years 11 and 12 students. The College's culture is based on personal excellence, positive relationships, and social responsibility. The relationship between teachers, support staff and students reflects a mature approach where the focus is on the young person transitioning to adulthood.

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 verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
• Ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Effective planning and organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support.

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.

Further information about Mindarie Senior College can be found by visiting mindarie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information

Please contact Tracey Loughnan, Manager Careers/ VET by telephoning (08) 6207 55***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 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 Monday, 13 May 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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