We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Support Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The School
Swan View Senior High School (SHS) is a school that is going from strength to strength. Opening in 1977 the school has a long and proud history with traditions that continue to be upheld today.
At Swan View SHS, we foster a culture that promotes strong and positive relationships between staff and students. Without question, our greatest strength is the genuine care and support we show for one another. Students’ individual talents and interests are encouraged and developed through the wide range of specialist programs available at the school.
We are committed to a thorough and rigorous staff selection process because Swan View students deserve the highest quality educational experience. By recruiting outstanding teaching and support staff, we ensure our team is passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled in their respective roles.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.svshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As Student Support officers, suitable applicants ideally would assist in the coordination of Student Support Programs as well as developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies that provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff.
Part of the role includes active participation in multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences within the college/school and with other agencies as appropriate, including the provision of information and consultancy advice as required. Some of the key responsibilities also include but not limited to:
- Assisting in undertaking work assessments on students
- Assisting the School/College Administration team in crisis management and response duties as required.
- Recording, collate and prepare information used to develop and monitor strategies and alternative programs.
Suitable applicants should ideally display good interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate and build positive working relationships and would ideally possess the necessary knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services. Good planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines is highly regarded.
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 Ian Gilles, Manager Corporate Services on (08 9294 6100 or emailing ian.gilles@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Ian Gilles on 0478 001 811
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 three (3) 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 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 experiencing difficulties.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, 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/SS1044406
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 July 2026
