Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE523637
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2018 with possible extension (12 months)
Do you possess excellent communication skills, customer service skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
In partnership with the Pilbara Education Regional Office, Cassia Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Pilbara Attendance Coordinator to improve student attendance in Hedland network schools. The Pilbara Attendance Coordinator will collaborate with school leaders and school attendance teams to develop local attendance strategies, and use practical school, family and community solutions according to the school’s own contextual needs.
The Pilbara Attendance Coordinator position is a part of the Pilbara Attendance Team, managed by Pilbara Education Regional Office. The Pilbara Education Region comprises over 30 public schools servicing students in the north west of Western Australia.
The Hedland schools network comprises of 9 schools and approximately 2700 students.
The Pilbara Attendance Coordinator will develop and maintain effective community and intra-agency partnerships within the network while supporting and advising schools in the development of and implementation of targeted interventions for individuals and groups of students who are non-attending and disengaged from education.
The successful applicant will also collect and analyse student attendance data, identify issues and develop appropriate strategies, liaise with and respond to inquiries from community members and parents concerning parent responsibility in relation to the School Education Act.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for fixed term appointments to other similar vacancies that occur throughout our branch 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:
- Ability in providing operational policy and attendance related support and guidance for network schools.
- Understanding of trends and issues in education relating to school attendance in the local context.
- Sound written, verbal and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and with target groups.
- Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to provide innovative thinking in problem solving.
- Initiative and organisational skills including the ability to identify priorities address operational needs and meet agreed outcomes.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the branch 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.
For further job related information:
Please contact Amanda Lawrence, Regional Attendance Coordinator by telephoning (08) 9185 0111 or emailing Amanda.Lawrence@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.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. 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
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 23 February 2018
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED