This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension (36 months)
Community Support Coordinator
Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS) is proud to be part of the Connected Community School trial, a four-year, Department of Education initiative that is part of the Better and Fairer School Agreement. Commencing in 2026, the trial aims to connect our students, families and school community with services and supports to improve education and wellbeing outcomes.
Girrawheen SHS is a culturally diverse school community, where we not only strongly believe in achieving academic success, but also the development of a well-rounded individual who genuinely comprehends the importance of contributing positively to society. With parents, families and our committed staff, we create a positive and safe learning culture where students are recognised and rewarded for their accomplishments and leave our school with a firm foundation for successful futures.
We believe that education is most powerful when students are supported not only academically, but socially, emotionally and culturally and we are committed to ensuring every student can achieve success in their learning and post-school pathways. Our established partnerships extend student learning across many learning areas including performing arts (Performing Arts Academy), sports (Elite Sports Program), leadership and academics, and the New North Education Initiative.
Find out more about our school by visiting girrawheenshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a Community Support Coordinator to join our Connected Community School trial team. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a whole-school approach that strengthens partnerships, builds positive community relationships and supports students and their families to improve student wellbeing, learning and life outcomes.
As Community Support Coordinator, you will be able to develop and maintain positive relationships and partnerships with the school community, other government agencies and local community-based organisations, with a key aspect of the position being to facilitate agreements and protocols with support agencies and employer organisations to assist students and families with accessing service providers.
You will be committed to fostering high expectations and success for all students. The ideal candidate will be a driven and innovative individual, with strong interpersonal skills, a positive and caring attitude and be able to build rapport and trust with students, parents and the wider community. You will be organised, capable of working independently, and committed to working collaboratively.
This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience to the implementation of this new initiative, and play a pivotal role in increasing the participation and engagement of students in educational programs. This includes developing and implementing responsive intervention strategies, and support systems tailored to the needs of students, families and staff, as well being able to proactively identify opportunities for improved integration of services.
You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, case notes, data and reports and contribute to personalised plans that support evidence-informed practice to improve student learning and wellbeing outcomes, and contribute to trial evaluation.
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 Barbara Newton, Principal, on (08) 9247 0555 or by emailing Barbara.Newton@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated well developed knowledge of family systems, mental health and wellbeing of young people and their parents and an understanding of required services to support families to function well and provide positive caring environments for young people.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working in diverse settings with students and families with significant challenges and needs.
- Demonstrated well developed research, analytical and conceptual skills and an ability to identify and clarify issues and generate strategies to address them.
- Demonstrated well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and collaborate with individuals across a range of backgrounds and work within 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/SS1015367
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, 15 December 2025
