This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Please note as of 2024-10-23 the closing date has been extended.
Aveley Secondary College (SC) opened in 2018 and is a large secondary school catering for Year 7-12 in Perth’s Swan Valley. The College is recognized as a school of choice with high expectations and standards, a progressive approach and commitment to excellence. Our Education Support Hub caters for students with moderate to severe disabilities. We offer a safe and nurturing learning environment for students and have a highly supportive team of teachers and education assistants. In the Education Support Hub all students have individualised programs and planning to support their needs and pathways. The school’s moral purpose is success for every student, every day.
Our staff are supported through professional development and mentoring to build capacity. There is a strong foundation and leadership structure to support our Education Support team. Student artwork is displayed throughout the building which is colourful and welcoming. Students also have access to specialist facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, hoisting equipment, a purpose built life skills room and generous sized classrooms.
Find out more about our school by visiting aveleysc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Aveley SC is seeking a passionate, committed, and knowledgeable Program Coordinator - Education Support who will work closely with the Executive team, Deputy Principal, staff, students, and the school community to support students and make a difference to the lives of young people with disability.
Ideally, we are looking for a highly motivated leader with a collaborative approach to school leadership to create an environment where students and staff excel. Ideally a candidate that has experience in supporting Education Support Teachers and Education Assistants to provide a safe learning environment and Positive Behaviour Support. They should have proven experience to deliver evidence-based, best practice programs to enhance student outcomes. They should have the ability to lead effectively and develop successful working relationships with the Executive team, staff, student, parents, and partners in education.
The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the Education Support curriculum delivery for students in Years 7-12, providing support for staff and students. This includes overseeing literacy, numeracy, protective behaviours, life skills and Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN) programs and activities such as community access, hydrotherapy, work readiness, workplace learning, Person Centred Planning meetings and Certificate courses. The ability to form partnerships within the local community and initiate programs will be a highly important part of this role. Extensive experience with Disability Resourcing, Nationally Consistent Collection of Data, Writing and Implementation of student plans and the ability to manage challenging behaviours is highly desirable. This position is a leadership role in the Education Support Hub but may also include supporting the mainstream Special Educational Needs (SEN) team.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jennifer Hood, Deputy Principal on (08) 6296 1000 or Jennifer.Hood@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA924525
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 28 October 2024
