Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS672558
This is a thirty-six (36) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021 with possible extension and/or permanency
Hedland Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer to join their friendly team to support students across the school and specifically to the Success Program as part of the 2021 – 2023 BHP Pilbara Education Partnership
This Partnership is the largest corporate and Government partnership undertaken in regional Western Australia. The partnership between the Department of Education and BHP has been in place since 2005. The purpose of the Partnership is to enhance education services and improve education outcomes through a collective impact approach in Newman, Port Hedland, Onslow and surrounding areas within the Shire of East Pilbara and town of Port Hedland.
The Pathways aspect of the Partnership focuses on a strengthened community-based approach to ensuring all students are prepared for life beyond school by building skills and capabilities for employment, further training or further study.
The Successful applicant will have good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with other staff and service providers. They will have effective planning and organisation skills and will be able to use their initiative to assist with seeking out opportunities for community, sports engagement for students and families. This role involves providing one-on-one support for students and families, assisting students to access the ability to participate in community programs, in particular community sport.
Hedland SHS, located in South Hedland in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public School catering for students from Years 7 to 12. Hedland SHS prides itself on the staff’s commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility; these values underpin our philosophy at Hedland Senior High School. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour & performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit, and supports all students and staff to achieve success.
The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, with an emphasis on structures and mechanisms to support staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement. Staff and students are encouraged to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of their daily activities and to interact with each other and with the wider community in a positive, constructive and socially responsible manner.
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):
- good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing prioritises within timelines.
- good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
- knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services
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 Hedland Senior High School can be found by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Janine Keall, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in South Hedland, by telephoning (08) 9881 9300 or emailing Janine.Keall@education.wa.edu.au
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 three (3) 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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (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:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance 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 any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 09 March 2021.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.