Please note as of Tuesday, 12 November 2024 at 4:30pm the closing date of this advert has been amended
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
East Kalgoorlie Primary School (PS) seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Social Worker to join their team.
East Kalgoorlie PS is a K-6 school located on the eastern fringe of the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Our students are from all over the city, 95% of whom are Aboriginal. We have a strong and unique team who provides a variety of support for all students and their families.
Our vision is that at East Kalgoorlie PS, we are a community of lifelong learners, proud contributors to society and champions of our own success. We aspire to create a culturally responsive learning environment. We pride ourselves on having high-care conditions and ensure that all teaching and learning programs are robust and evidence-based so that all students can succeed.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.eastkalgoorlieps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
In this role, the successful applicant will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing support for students and families in need. The successful applicant will join the Student Support team to work collaboratively with families and carers to reduce the complexities impacting students most in need and supporting them to better engage with their learning. The successful applicant would be responsible for undertaking assessment of referred students, preparing plans and undertaking social work intervention with students, families and groups. They would also be required to interview parents and/or guardians, as well as obtain and evaluate case information from all relevant sources, this could include making home visits when necessary.
The successful applicant should collaborate closely with other staff within our existing support structures. They will join a community of motivated educators committed to ensuring the wellbeing of each and every student at our school.
Please note, applications interested in part-time work are encouraged to speak to the Deputy Principal and apply. The FTE may be negotiated at a later stage.
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 Nicholas Reghenzani, Deputy Principal, on 9068 2400 or emailing nicholas.reghenzani@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.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge of current initiatives, policies and trends in relation to social work and community development.
- Demonstrated skills and experience working with children and families.
- Demonstrated sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and negotiate effectively.
- Demonstrated strong conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to identify and clarify issues and problems, generate strategies or resources to address them and evaluate the effectiveness of them.
- Demonstrated knowledge of school systems and operations and skills in working individually or a multi-disciplinary team setting.
- Demonstrated experience in project and case management.
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/SS932188
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 Friday, 22 November 2024
