Skills, Training and Transitions Officer
Continuing, Full Time 1.0FTE
Commencing as soon as possible
School Officer Level 6.1 $84,617 per annum
ABOUT US
Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,400 young people in 21 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 9 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 700 staff nationally. Flexi schools serve young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, to co-create a Common Ground using Operation by Principles, in which the principles of Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal are embedded. Our special schools serve young people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Skills, Training and Transitions Officer is responsible for leading the school's operational approach to Skills, Training and Transitions and acts under the direction of the Head of Campus. The duties include but are not limited to:
Contributing to the life of the school
Working within the Four Principles and Common Ground Framework
Be an integral member of the Senior Learning Hub team
Attend reflective practise and staff meetings
Organising industry visits
Promoting career expos and connection days - both off site and on site
Presenting information on at community circle, in learning hubs and in the school newsletter
Support the end of year graduation process
Provide opportunity for relevant and appropriate celebrations for completion of certificates and micro-credentials
Engage in local industry, businesses, agencies, employers, RTOs and workplaces to develop a network of transition support options for employment.
Organising industry visits
Promoting career expos and connection days - both off site and on site
Presenting information on at community circle, in learning hubs and in the school newsletter
Support the end of year graduation process
Provide opportunity for relevant and appropriate celebrations for completion of certificates and micro-credentials
Engage in local industry, businesses, agencies, employers, RTOs and workplaces to develop a network of transition support options for employment.
Collaborating with the Associate HOC, Middle Leader Learning and Pedagogy, RTO manager and TAE certificate facilitators.
Catering to the diverse needs of learners
Incorporating work placement programs which provide opportunities to demonstrate competencies for specific certificates
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ABOUT YOU
Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.
Proven senior leadership experience, both strategic and operational, characterised by strong organisational, administrative, communication, and leadership skills, particularly in relation to areas outlined in this position.
Able to demonstrate the high-level communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a complex and layered organisational structure.
Tertiary qualifications in teaching or; social work or youth work (or similar) and hold a current (or be eligible to apply for) a Queensland Working with Children and Young People 'blue card'.
Demonstrated commitment to the values of Edmund Rice Education Australia. In particular the person needs to be able to demonstrate a commitment to building just communities which enhance learning and wellbeing for young people.
Demonstrated experience and expertise in Skills Training and Transitions field, including vocational education and training.
Commitment to and ability to walk alongside the staff, through excellent modelling, relational practice, critical reflection, professional discourse, effective feedback to support staff to grow their practice under four principles of operation: Respect, Safe and Legal, Honesty and Participation. The principles establish a "common ground" among staff, young people and families, where the means to resolve conflict, negotiate learning, recognize rights, responsibilities and consequences are modelled and explored, both within the group and individually.
Effective organisational skills to utilise resources, staff and operations to meet the needs of the School Improvement Plan, utilising data to inform current and future directions of Skills and Training in the centre.
Hold a current driver's license and be able to undertake bus runs.
A demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal, professional development and formation.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Edmund Rice charism
Small group sizes with a flexible approach to learning
Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a
12.75% Superannuation contribution
Induction, Wellbeing and Professional Development Opportunities
Dedicated support to assist new youth workers
Great team environment
HOW TO APPLY (Please upload documents in PDF format)
To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Brooke Taylor, Head of Campus, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., on or via email
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received.
The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working with Children Check.
All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.