This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026

At Cannington Community College, our purpose is to empower students to contribute positively to society and to shape their futures using knowledge and skills developed in partnership with families and the wider community. Cannington Community College's PBS values are at the heart of all we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment that allows our students to be Considerate, Aspiring, Responsible and Engaged.

Find out more about our school by visiting Cannington Community College or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will play an important role within Cannington Community College’s Student Services team, supporting students, families and staff through practical, coordinated and responsive support. Working closely with Student Services, Year Coordinators, teaching staff, school leadership, families and external agencies, the Student Support Officer will help address barriers to learning, strengthen student engagement and wellbeing, and support positive outcomes for students.

The Student Support Officer contributes to the coordination and delivery of student support processes across the College, particularly for students experiencing challenges with attendance, engagement, behaviour, wellbeing or other factors impacting their success at school. The role supports the implementation of targeted interventions, assists with communication between school, home and external services, and helps ensure students receive timely and appropriate support.

This role would suit an applicant who is approachable, organised and solutions-focused, and who enjoys working as part of a busy and collaborative Student Services team. The successful applicant should be able to build positive relationships with young people and families while maintaining professional boundaries, exercising sound judgement and working effectively within established school processes. Flexibility, initiative and the ability to respond calmly and practically to the changing needs of students will be important to success in the role.

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 Natalie Evans, Student Services Manager, on (08) 9351 2400 or emailing Natalie.Evans@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at  during the advertising period.

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; and
• A two (2) page statement addressing the 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/SS1064674

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, 25 September 2026