Overview
Why work with us: Every child and young person deserves a great education.
Department for Education
Job reference: 839429
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About The Role
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential? Join the Attendance Outreach team within the Support & Inclusion Division and contribute to improving school participation, engagement, and achievement across South Australia.
Role
As a Social Worker – Attendance Outreach, you will play a vital role in re-engaging students with persistent or complex attendance concerns—particularly those with additional functional needs, Aboriginal students, and children in care. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, you will:
* Collaborate closely with schools, preschools, families, and key agencies to address the diverse factors affecting student attendance.
* Provide professional advice, information, and strategies to school staff and parents, supporting students' return to regular learning.
* Support the development and implementation of a new outreach service model designed to reach students who are chronically absent and face complex barriers.
* Utilise data, evidence, and interdepartmental partnerships to guide effective interventions and operational decisions.
* Work alongside an Attendance Support Officer to proactively monitor, track, and follow up with students and their families.
* Receive professional guidance and support from a Senior Social Worker, ensuring continuous growth and impact in your work.
This is your opportunity to drive meaningful change in the lives of vulnerable children and young people by fostering strong school connections and supporting their long-term wellbeing and success.
Qualifications
Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
Desirable: Nil
Special conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.
The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.
Remuneration
AHP2 $91,785 - $106,330 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) + leave loading and applicable allowances.
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Alastair Waples, Manager, Service Delivery, via mob: 0418976174 or email: alastair.waples@sa.gov.au
Application instructions
Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.
Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Note
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 6-month term contract.
Applications close
08/04/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments
* AHP2-Social Worker Attendance -Position Description-June 2024.pdf
* Application Cover Sheet - PSAct..pdf
* How to Apply PS Act guidelines.pdf
* VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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