Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS696533
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2021
Gwynne Park Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking to appoint a driven and reliable Student Support Officer.
The Student Support Officer will assist with administrative processes that ensure a responsive and effective student support service, whilst under direction, and will collaborate and conduct discussions with staff, parents/guardians and the community. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with staff and students to provide ongoing support including academic, social, and emotional. The Student Support Officer will work closely with teachers and support staff to ensure programs are effectively implemented for individuals and/or groups of students with disabilities.
The Student Support Officer will assist in supporting programs for targeted individuals and/or groups of students. They will also support collaborative planning with parents/carers to address student absenteeism and be required to establish a broader liaison network with the school community and key disability stakeholders. There are opportunities to work collaboratively within the school community to enhance student outcomes.
The successful applicant will ideally possess exemplary oral and written communication skills and have a proven ability to work highly effectively in a team environment. In addition, they should possess exemplary skills in records management and computer literacy. Knowledge of the Western Australian Education System would be desirable. Applicants who are innovative, ambitious, and respectful with an ability to build strong relationships are encouraged to apply.
Gwynne Park ESC is a school which shares the same campus as the Gwynne Park Primary School in the Armadale suburb of Brookdale. We are an inclusive school, welcoming all students and families, valuing respect for all people, cultures, and religions. Our school is focused on providing high expectations, high achievement, and high care in aiding the education of students with disabilities.
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 written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide a professional, confidential service to a range of clients.
- Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Experience in the use of computerised management information systems including database, spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Effective organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support with the ability to manage conflicting timelines.
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 Gwynne Park Education Support Centre can be found by visiting gwynneparkesc.org.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Natasha Naylor, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9391 4050 or emailing Natasha.Naylor@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 four (4) 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 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:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- 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; 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, 2 August 2021.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.