This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
WA College Of Agriculture - Narrogin (WACOA - Narrogin) has a long and proud history of servicing the agricultural community of Western Australia. Established in 1906, Narrogin is the oldest agricultural College in the state and consistently ranks in the Top Public Schools for Vocational Education and Training. Students in years 10 through 12 enrol from all over the state and the majority board on site in attractive residential facilities.
The College's courses are centred on agriculture and related trades, and students have access to education and training in industry relevant facilities. Agricultural theory forms part of the class program and is coupled with practical skills developed on the College's 1340-hectare farm that operates various commercial scale enterprises.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.narroginag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The Student Support Officer will work with Student Services, the College Residential facility staff, and administration staff to support students at educational risk (SAER). They will work with a multi-disciplinary team in the triaging of SAER and assist in ensuring their ongoing engagement or re-engagement with the education program of the College. This includes being involved with creating and implementing Documented Plans, including Individualized Education Programs, Group Education Programs, Risk Management Plans and Wellbeing Plans.
They will also assist Student Services in administrative duties by maintaining information and record systems, and in the management of internal resources such as the sick bay and the Student Services area. The Student Support Officer would also assist in critical incidents as directed by Senior Staff.
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 Christo Argaet, Head of Student Services on 08 9881 9700 or emailing heather.rae@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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide a professional, confidential service to a range of clients.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of computerised management information systems including database, spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Demonstrated effective organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support with the ability to manage conflicting timelines.
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/SS930224
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, 29 November 2024
