This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible
At Eaton Community College (CC), our motto of "Encouraging, Caring, and Challenging" thrives at the heart of our educational philosophy, reflecting our commitment to supporting both staff and students.
We believe that every member of our community should feel valued and safe, enabling them to achieve their full potential. Whether you inspire young minds in the classroom, provide essential behind-the-scenes support, or build strong connections with our school community, your role will be crucial in shaping our students' futures. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can grow, learn, and succeed.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.eatoncc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Eaton Community College is seeking a skilled and passionate Student Support Coordinator (SSC) to join our Student Services Team and play a pivotal role in improving wellbeing, engagement and outcomes for young people.
This is a senior Allied Professional role suited to a qualified Social Worker who is motivated by impact, collaboration and systems-level change. The SSC leads the design, implementation and evaluation of targeted, evidence-based wellbeing systems and interventions, working at the intersection of student wellbeing, family engagement and whole-school improvement to support students experiencing educational, social and emotional risk.
The successful applicant will coordinate direct service delivery across pastoral care and social and emotional wellbeing initiatives, including community outreach, home visits, engagement with external agencies, whole-school programs and targeted group work. The role provides specialist advice in complex student matters, including crisis intervention and high-risk case management, and supports improved engagement, attendance and educational outcomes through data-informed practice.
The SSC provides individualised case management and coordinates internal and external support services to ensure timely and appropriate assistance for students and families. Working alongside the Program Coordinator Student Services and the Program Coordinator Learning Support, the SSC contributes to coordinated case management processes and builds strong partnerships with students, parents and carers, staff and external agencies to improve student wellbeing, engagement and educational outcomes.
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 Grayce, Deputy Principal on (08) 9796 7000 or emailing daniel.grayce@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 four (4) 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 well-developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, collaborate with individuals across a range of backgrounds, negotiate/resolve conflict and work within a team environment.
- Demonstrated well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills and experience in identifying problems and developing/delivering appropriate intervention strategies and support programs.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students in diverse settings, who are experiencing psychosocial, wellbeing, physical and other barriers, and challenges.
- Demonstrated well developed knowledge of family systems, mental health and wellbeing of young people and their parents/carers and an understanding of required services to support families to function well and provide positive caring environments for young people.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge and experience in the youth, mental health and community sectors, particularly in working with local organisations and services to best support young people, additionally, knowledge and professional practice and code of ethical framework standards.
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/SS997081
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, 23 February 2026
