Job Description:
The role of Wellbeing and Engagement Support is crucial in fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing programs and strategies that aim to improve student engagement, wellbeing and connectedness to school.
This role requires effective liaison with the general school community, Department and other government agencies and community service providers. The candidate must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
The key responsibilities of this role include:
* Keeping relevant, professional and up-to-date case notes on identified students to monitor progress and develop robust support plans
* Working with key stakeholders both within and beyond the school community to support students to achieve their personal and academic potential
* Communicating with staff regarding student wellbeing, health, and safety concerns in a timely manner
* Collecting, analysing, and reporting data regarding wellbeing issues to the Principal
* Documenting plans for students with consideration to wellbeing and safety strategies
* Engaging in reportable conduct duties and emergency management procedures
* Providing one-on-one mentoring support and counselling for students as required and where appropriate
* Implementing and facilitating targeted group intervention programs to support students at risk such as social skills, resilience, friendship and anxiety
* Liaising with Principal to discuss appropriate referrals and support
Required Skills and Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:
* Demonstrated awareness and understanding of the issues encountered by children and experience in using evidence-based practices to support students with complex needs
* Proven capacity to work in a team to build strong, positive relationships with students, staff and parents
* Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in working collaboratively with partner agencies and families to support the needs of young people
* Demonstrated capacity to support school staff to devise a range of small-group and whole-school programs that address social and emotional student needs, improving mental health and wellbeing
* Ability to use resources within the school community, Department of Education, and from external providers to improve student engagement, connectedness, and learning outcomes
Benefits:
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a positive and supportive school culture.
Others:
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.