This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Gnowangerup is a small town with a diverse population just an hour and a half’s drive north of Albany in WA’s Great Southern region. That drive is through the magnificent Stirling Ranges – the state’s premier hiking destination. Prosperous surrounding farms drive the local economy along with thriving light industrial businesses. Social life is often centred around sports – in which we are very competitive, but there is also a thriving arts scene in the region.
Gnowangerup DHS currently supports the education of 140 students from Kindergarten to Year 10. We have specialist teachers for secondary subjects, and our primary students benefit from this with high quality DOTT provision. We are committed to distributed leadership and take the wellbeing of our staff and students seriously. We’re at the start of a business planning cycle so several exciting changes will be underway during 2025.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.gnowangerupdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The role of the Student Services Officer is pivotal in developing responsive and effective support systems for our students. The successful applicant will ideally possess experience in positive behaviour management and strategies, including Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA), behavioural data tracking, and engagement strategies. They should be adept at developing and managing student support plans and referrals to other agencies.
An appreciation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is advantageous. The applicant will ideally be skilled in liaising with therapists, other agencies, and parents to create a cohesive support network. An understanding of trauma-informed practice and the ability to utilise a range of programs and strategies to teach and support self-regulation skills is desirable.
Good interpersonal skills are needed, as the role involves establishing and maintaining positive professional relationships with students, families, external agencies, and staff. The ideal applicant will be proactive, resourceful, and committed to the holistic well-being and development of every student. Additionally, they should display the ability to contribute as an active member within student services team. The ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and education assistants in providing targeted support and advice on adjustments for students with complex needs is important to this 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 Ian Bailey, Principal on 9827 3300 or emailing ian.bailey@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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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
- 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/SS937618
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, 6 December 2024
