EOI – Defence School Mentor – Springfield Lakes State School
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Springfield Lakes State School is seeking to appoint a Defence School Mentor who is passionate about the wellbeing of children and young adults as part of the Defence School Mentor Program. This program, delivered in schools, is designed to provide practical assistance to Defence families and support the social and emotional wellbeing of Defence students within their schools.
The role is funded by the Defence Member and Family Support Branch of the Commonwealth Department of Defence and is being offered in a Temporary Part‑Time capacity (0.4FTE, 30 hours per fortnight). This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the transition of Defence families and students into and out of the school during posting (e.g. developing welcoming activities, integration activities to provide support during transition into a new school, absence support activities to provide support during periods of parental absence, and farewelling activities to prepare Defence families and students for relocating to a new school).
- Providing Defence students with age‑appropriate, social and emotional support that enhances existing school supports.
- Providing Defence families with information about the school setting and available Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) programs relevant to their student’s development.
- Raising awareness and building capacity among school staff to respond to the social and emotional needs of students from Defence families (e.g. sharing information with school staff about the Defence lifestyle, impacts on Defence students, and supports available through the DSMP and DMFS).
- Possessing a solid understanding of the Defence lifestyle and developing strong relationships with Defence students at the school.
The Perfect Fit
- Valid Working with Children Check.
- Knowledge about wellbeing principles for young children and young adults.
- High level of oral and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with Defence students, families, DSM supervisors, principals, and school staff.
- Ability to effectively plan, organise, and deliver innovative and creative programs, resources and activities relating to Defence students, families and the school community.
- Strong initiative and the ability to organise their own work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and within team environments.
- Ability to quickly acquire an understanding of the school context and student population.
Application
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for two referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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