This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026
Aubin Grove Primary School (PS) is a modern, award-winning Independent Public School serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Since opening, we have prided ourselves on our high standards, innovative practices, and strong community partnerships.
Our highly positive and collaborative school culture is anchored by our School Charter and guided by the FiSH Philosophy, which shapes the way we interact and work together. This shared commitment to respect, harmony and joy makes Aubin Grove not only an outstanding place for students to learn, but also an exceptional environment for staff to thrive.
Our school beliefs are captured by our vision: LEAF – Learn, Enjoy, Aspire, Focus. These values are deeply embedded in everything we do and are expected to be embraced and modelled by all staff.
Find out more about our school by visiting Aubin Grove Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
The Youth Engagement and Support Worker would collaborate with the Support & Engagement Team and external agencies to improve the wellbeing, attendance, resilience, and behaviours of students across the college. The successful applicant would be responsible for developing and implementing positive support strategies and programs that foster student engagement, both inside and outside the classroom.
A key aspect of this role is developing and maintaining strong relationships with students and their families to increasing regular attendance and engagement and promote wellbeing to enhance student learning outcomes. The successful applicant will ideally have the skills and experience necessary to implement appropriate engagement and intervention programs for students requiring support. The role requires a highly organised person who can work as an effective team member, and independently, and involves appropriate data entry, report writing, participation in case conferences as well as management of student case notes. Applicants who are passionate, innovative and committed are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of the local community, support agencies and programs is highly desirable.
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 Jason Bushe-Jones, Principal, on (08) 6174 6500 or emailing Jason.Bushe-Jones@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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated considerable experience working with individuals or small groups of students who are or may be at risk and implementing strategies to improve educational outcomes.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated negotiation, mediation and conflict resolutions skills with relevant experience working with students who require support.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team without direct supervision.
- Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities within 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/SS1034303
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, 3 April 2026
