This is a 12-month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.
At Hammond Park Secondary College (SC), we place ourselves at the heart of our local community. By forging strong relationships with families, local businesses and organisations, we aim to provide our students with a diverse range of engaging opportunities and experiences. We challenge our staff to think differently, leverage from our collective efficacy and unlock each student’s potential. Our values of wellbeing, excellence and relationships are integral to the work we undertake, guiding our decisions and directions.
The College buildings include state of the art classrooms, a library, administration and extensive student services area. The College also features specialist facilities for performing and visual arts, science laboratories, food and textiles, design and technology workshops and a gymnasium. The cafeteria is the hub of the central precinct and provides indoor and outdoor seating, landscaped gardens and open spaces. Multipurpose courts and oval were also included in the first stage of the build.
As a growing Independent Public School, we place high expectations on staff, students and our local community. Positive partnerships are essential to our success. We aim for our students to thrive and for our staff members to find joy and purpose in their work. Located 30km south of Perth in Hammond Park, the College currently serves Year 7 to 11 students in state of the art facilities. We work to empower the school community to be innovative, curious and courageous.
Find out more about our school by visiting hammondparksc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a key member of our Career and Vocational Education (CAVE) team, the Student Pathways Officer supports the delivery of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Workplace Learning (WPL) programs. The Student Pathways Officer supports students completing work placements through the School Curriculum and Standards Authority Developed Workplace Learning Program (ADWPL).
The Student Pathways Officer is responsible for locating and securing appropriate industry placements with existing and new workplace partners, using their excellent interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate positive relationships. They ensure compliance with Workplace Learning processes against the Duty of Care for Public School Students policies and procedures; including supporting students in the workplace, completing workplace visits and pre-placement inductions with employers as required. Applicants who possess the capacity to be organised, work collaboratively, show initiative and be flexible in supporting students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The Student Pathways Officer also supports the monitoring of students' participating in WPL/VET programs and completes data entry in key software systems. Experience recording student attendance in Compass, maintaining databases, preparing correspondence and completing documentation relating to student placements is desirable. As such, applicants who possess strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills are encouraged to apply.
Experience in the use of Reporting to Parents - Work Placement, Reporting to Parents - VET and managing student attendance will be highly regarded.
Please note that referee checks and interviews for shortlisted applicants will occur during the school holidays.
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 Daniel Joyce, Manager Corporate Services on 9395 3800 or Daniel.Joyce@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Daniel Joyce on 0436 850 309.
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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing selection criteria 2, 3 and 4 as outlined in the attached JDF, the full selection criteria will be assessed at the interview stage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Vocational and Workplace Learning programs and the ability to facilitate college/industry partnerships.
- Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated well developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.
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/SS948311
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 Thursday, 23 January 2025
