This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre (CHS ESC) is an Independent Public School for students with special educational needs, co-located with Warnbro Community High School. The Warnbro CHS ESC community is committed to providing the highest quality education, believing that all students can learn, achieve and succeed.
Warnbro CHS ESC consists of middle school for students in Years 7, 8 and 9 and senior school for students in Years 10, 11 and 12. Our highly trained staff develop programs aligned to the Australian Curriculum including English, Mathematics, Health and Physical Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science to build academic knowledge and social-emotional wellbeing.
Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 participate in the BELIEVE (Building Equitable Links in Enterprise and Vocational Education) program. This program prepares students for further study, the workforce and transitioning to an independent and prosperous life after school. The subjects of English, Mathematics, Career & Enterprise, Health, and Independent Living are linked to meaningful and engaging learning experiences.
Our school values student strengths and diversity, and we strive to communicate the rights and responsibilities necessary for building positive behaviour. We are committed to student success and engagement through Collaborative Proactive Solutions, embedding this approach across our school to ensure that students are actively involved in solving problems collaboratively and proactively.
Our innovative programs and curriculum are designed to support students to develop and build successful pathways into their community. The school focuses on every student flourishing with the skills, knowledge and optimal wellbeing to lead fulfilling lives.
Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a part time, permanent Student Engagement Officer at Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre. The Student Engagement Officer plays a vital role in fostering positive relationships between students, families, and the school community. This position focuses on supporting student attendance, providing guidance to the student council, and strengthening family networks to enhance student engagement and success. By working collaboratively with staff, students, and families, the role ensures that students feel supported both academically and emotionally, promoting a sense of belonging and well-being within the school environment.
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 Principal, Marianne Mangano on 08 9553 0122 or Recruitment.Warnbro.CHSESC@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 five (5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
- Demonstrated good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Student Engagement , particularly local organisations and services.
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/SS954875
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 17 March 2025
