Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS864324
This is a permanent part-time 0.4 position commencing Term 1, 2024
Comet Bay College is looking to appoint an energetic, flexible and solution-focused individual to the role of Student Support Officer as part of our large and dynamic Student Support Team.
The Student Support Officer assists in the development and introduction of systems and intervention strategies which provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff. Your prime role will be to work with students at risk. You would provide support and advice to teachers on strategies for supporting students and facilitate group work processes. In addition, you would develop links between the student, the family, the college, and other appropriate agencies within the community and establish a network of partnerships with other government and non-government agencies.
As Student Support Officer, you would actively participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences within the college/school and with other agencies as appropriate, including the provision of information and consultancy advice as required.
The Student Support officer also assists:
- in undertaking work assessments on students, including liaising with parents/guardians, students, staff and any other relevant parties.
- the School/College Administration team in crisis management and response duties as required.
- to record, collate and prepare information used to develop and monitor strategies and alternative programs.
- to undertake research on current issues for young people, participate in projects and provide written reports as required.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a wide range of administrative tasks and duties, therefore knowledge of word processing and data software packages is highly desirable.
CBC is a modern, state of the art educational facility catering for students in Year 7 to 12 and our motto “Seek Excellence” underpins everything we do. Situated in the coastal community of Secret Harbour, 64 kilometres from Perth, the college draws students from its partner primary schools located in the Golden Bay, Secret Harbour and Singleton areas.
If you are a highly effective team player, enjoy the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment, and this role sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
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 oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
- Good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- Skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
- Knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services.
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.
For further information about Comet Bay College please visit www.cometbaycollege.wa.edu.au/ or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Jennifer Tarr, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9553 8100 or emailing jenni.jenkyn@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 statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV 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;
- 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, 12 February 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
