Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS673036
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2021
La Grange Remote Community School (RCS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and committed School Attendance Officer to assist teachers to explore alternative educational, vocational or employment options.
The role of the School Attendance Officer is to assist school communities with processes that ensure non-attending students participate, and are engaged in educational programs. You will collaborate with school staff, parents, regional office and the community to identify student absenteeism and truancy. In addition, carry out duties in accordance with current Departmental policies, relevant legislation, guidelines and system initiatives, awards and agreements, and the regional management plan and priorities.
La Grange RCS is situated in the Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community in the Kimberley region, on Karajarri country, south of Broome and north of Port Hedland. Prior relationships or knowledge of the Bidyadanga community will be looked upon favourably.
As the largest Remote Community School in the state, La Grange RCS caters to the educational needs of all school aged children in the Bidyadanga community and classes range from Pre Kindergarten (2 and 3 year olds) up to Year 12.
The school is broken up into 3 clusters of classrooms with Early Childhood, Middle Primary and Secondary classes as well as an ICT/Computer laboratory, undercover sports area, a library and fully functioning and purpose built Home Economics, Design and Technology and Music Rooms.
In addition to a strong commitment to developing the literacy and numeracy skills of its students, La Grange RCS offers a diverse range of specialist programs across all year levels including music, art, physical education and information technology.
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 interpersonal skills and the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Ability to liaise with stakeholders to achieve improved outcomes for students.
- 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.
- Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (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 La Grange Remote Community School can be found by visiting Schools Online
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Margaret Zerna, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community, by telephoning (08) 9193 4100 or emailing Margaret.Zerna@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 Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) 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 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 and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance 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 any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment; and
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 21 May 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.