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This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension (36 months).
Community Support Coordinator
Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS) 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 2026, the trial aims to connect our students, families and school community with services and supports to improve education and wellbeing outcomes.
Girrawheen SHS is a culturally diverse school community, where we strongly believe in achieving academic success and in developing well‑rounded individuals who understand the importance of contributing positively to society. With parents, families and committed staff, we create a positive and safe learning culture, recognising and rewarding accomplishments, and leaving our students with a firm foundation for successful futures.
We believe that education is most powerful when students are supported academically, socially, emotionally and culturally, and we are committed to ensuring every student can achieve success in their learning and post‑school pathways. Our established partnerships extend student learning across many areas including performing arts, sports, leadership, academics, and the New North Education Initiative.
Find out more about our school by visiting girrawheenshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking a Community Support Coordinator to join our Connected Community School trial team. This is a unique opportunity to shape a whole‑school approach that strengthens partnerships, builds positive community relationships and supports students and their families to improve wellbeing, learning and life outcomes. As Community Support Coordinator, you will develop and maintain positive relationships and partnerships with the school community, other government agencies and local community‑based organisations, including facilitating agreements and protocols with support agencies and employer organisations to assist students and families with accessing service providers.
You will be committed to fostering high expectations and success for all students. The ideal candidate will be a driven and innovative individual with strong interpersonal skills, a positive and caring attitude, and be able to build rapport and trust with students, parents and the wider community. You will be organised, capable of working independently, and committed to working collaboratively.
This role offers the chance to apply your knowledge and experience to the implementation of this new initiative, playing a pivotal role in increasing participation and engagement of students in educational programmes. Responsibilities include developing and implementing responsive intervention strategies, supporting systems tailored to the needs of students, families and staff, and proactively identifying opportunities for improved integration of services.
You will maintain accurate records, case notes, data and reports, contributing to personalised plans that support evidence‑informed practice to improve student learning and wellbeing outcomes, and contributing to trial evaluation.
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 for more details.
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.
* 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.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
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.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
o A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
o A two‑page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
+ Demonstrated well‑developed knowledge of family systems, mental health and wellbeing of young people and their parents and an understanding of required services to support families to function well and provide positive caring environments for young people.
+ Demonstrated skills and experience in working in diverse settings with students and families with significant challenges and needs.
+ Demonstrated well‑developed research, analytical and conceptual skills and an ability to identify and clarify issues and generate strategies to address them.
+ Demonstrated well‑developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and collaborate with individuals across a range of backgrounds and work within a team environment.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
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 .
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 15 December 2025.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Barbara Newton, Principal, on or by emailing
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