This is a 48 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, **** Ashburton Drive Primary School (PS) is proud to be part of the Connected Community School trial, a four-year, Department of Education initiative that is part of the Better and Fairer School Agreement.
Commencing in ****, the trial aims to connect our students, families and school community with services and supports to improve education and wellbeing outcomes.
Ashburton Drive PS is a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where our motto, "Dream, Believe, Achieve" and song "You Can Do It" underpin the aspirations and core values that guide our school community.
Our positive school culture is driven by the WA Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework and our vision to foster a harmonious community that invests in and empowers students to achieve personal and academic growth.
We are committed to actively involving the wider community to support student and staff wellbeing and working together to implement whole-school practices that embed our strong connection to sustainable learning and the environment, pastoral care and extension programs.
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The Role We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Social Worker to join our Connected Community School trial team and work together with community services, other government agencies, health providers and local organisations to build positive, trusting relationships and better connect students and their families with the supports they need.
The successful applicant will play a vital role in supporting a whole-school approach that strengthens partnerships, builds positive community relationships and supports students and their families to improve student wellbeing, learning and life outcomes.
You should have a clear understanding of contemporary professional and practice issues, legislation, and policy relating to Social Work and demonstrate knowledge of working with children and families who are at high risk.
As Social Worker, you will ideally build rapport with our school community, undertake assessment of referred students, identify suitable services and supports, prepare plans and engage in social work intervention with students and families including interviewing family members and making home visits.
You should engage in multi-disciplinary team meetings; consulting and advising other staff related to specific cases.
You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, case notes, data and reports that support evidence-informed practice and contribute to trial evaluation.
This is a unique opportunity to support established school programs and partnership initiatives and assist with the implementation of a locally led, culturally safe and inclusive whole-school approach that strengthens and brings together services and supports that meet the needs and aspirations of our students and their families.
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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 Heather Fallo, Principal, on ************** or emailing .
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.
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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 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 four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated strong conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to identify and clarify issues and problems and generate strategies to address them.
Demonstrated knowledge of school systems and operations and skills in working with a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Demonstrated skills and experience working with children and families.
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 ************** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS******* 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 Tuesday 2, December ****.