Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS906596
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension
Challis Community Primary School (CPS) is looking to appoint a caring Social Worker to join their team.
The successful applicant would be responsible for undertaking assessment of referred students, preparing plans and undertaking social work intervention with students, families and groups. They would also be required to interview parents and/or guardians, as well as obtain and evaluate case information from all relevant sources, this could include making home visits when necessary.
Challis CPS is situated in Armadale and has set an ambitious improvement agenda over the next five years. The school has developed the Challis Parenting and Early Learning Centre which is an integrated, multi-agency service focused on early learning and parenting support. From birth through to Kindergarten enrolment, the school works with parents and their young children using a variety of strategies and programs to ensure optimal attachment and high quality early learning experiences.
The school attracts and retains experienced, caring and innovative staff who provide a range of high quality learning opportunities that stimulate and challenge the individual needs and talents of students. This is done within a collaborative school culture, creating an integrated approach to program development and a strong sense of collegiality. The school’s focus on individual student needs and abilities is achieved through maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the wider community.
The school offers an array of health, welfare and education services that meet the changing and diverse needs of the school community. These services aim to engage parents and provide support for children from birth to Year 6, including the transition to high school.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to identify and clarify issues and problems and generate strategies to address them.
- Knowledge of school systems and operations and skills in working with a multi-disciplinary team setting.
- Skills and experience working with children and families
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Challis Community Primary School can be found by visiting challiscommunityprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Lee Musumeci, Principal, by telephoning Mobile : 0422 869 399 or (08) 9391 4100 or emailing Recruitment.Challis.CPS@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Lee Musumeci on 0422 869 399
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- possess a degree in Social Work and be eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 17 July 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
