Job Opportunity
The Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking a dedicated and passionate Student Support Officer to join its team at Cannington Community College.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and contribute to the development of student support programs.
* Track and monitor student attendance, working collaboratively with students and families to implement strategies that promote regular attendance and engagement.
* Support and coordinate school-wide initiatives, including wellbeing awareness days, student activities, and community engagement projects.
* Actively participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences, both within the school and with external agencies, providing information, consultancy, and advice as required.
* Collect, record, and analyse data to inform the development and evaluation of strategies and alternative programs.
* Undertake research on current issues impacting young people and contribute to projects that address emerging needs.
* Prepare and deliver written reports, documentation, and recommendations to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
* Coordinate Year 6 Transition programs.
Selection Criteria:
1. Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
2. Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
3. Demonstrated good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
4. Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services.
Eligibility:
* 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.
How to Apply:
* Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job and complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
* Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include: A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four-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.