Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE608512
This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing ASAP
The Pilbara Education Region (PERO) is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and committed Participation Coordinator to be based in Karratha.
The successful applicant will support school principals to provide individual case management of, and brokerage support services to, compulsory senior school-aged students at risk of disengaging from an effective transition into appropriate education, training and employment options. A key role to this position will be assisting young people to comply with the requirements of the Acts Amendment (Higher School Leaving Age and Related Provisions) Act 2005.
The Pilbara Education Region is one of eight regions in the Western Australian Department of Education (DOE). The Pilbara Education Regional Office (PERO) head office is located in Karratha and officers are located in schools throughout the Region. PERO staff support the work of schools by working closely with the school based student services teams and agencies supporting young people.
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 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 work related requirements:
- Considerable knowledge and experience of youth, education and training services, particularly in relation to at risk compulsory school-aged students.
- Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues.
- Well-developed written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team environment, in diverse settings and with target groups.
- Ability to develop and maintain relevant professional networks and negotiate successful outcomes.
- Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to use initiative to meet competing priorities.
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 Sharon McCawley at the Pilbara Education Regional Office by telephoning 9185 0114 or emailing sharon.mccawley@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 two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Criteria in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- 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 (one being your current or last 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
Employees will be required to:
- obtain or hold a current ‘C’ class driver’s licence;
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- undertake travel, including overnight stays in non-metropolitan locations, as required;
- undertake travel in 4WD vehicles to remote locations, as required; and
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
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 Departmental policy; and
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable 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 Monday, 10 February 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED