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AboutUs
Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3,700 students across 4 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programmes enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
TheRole
We have exciting opportunities from multiple Careers Specialists to join our Futures Pathways Team at our Wheelers Hill and Caulfield Campuses.
The Careers Specialist educates, counsels and supports students about future pathways and provides information and resources to assist them to plan their future direction and opportunities for life post school. The Careers Specialist will help develop a programme according to the Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) Professional Standards for Australian Career Development Practitioners, basing their career development service on the CEAV Code of Ethics.
We have ongoing full-time and part-time opportunities available, working during term time with additional weeks by agreement.
KeyDuties
Assist students in establishing, building, and making informed decisions to create appropriate career pathways.
Develop and maintain networks between industry, tertiary institutions, and the CGS community to ensure students have access to relevant and current career information.
Provide a careers education framework to Middle and Senior School staff to help students clarify and achieve their career goals.
Advise and support Middle and Senior School students on subject selection, course options, and career choices.
Implement a holistic student futures programme that actively engages both students and parents.
Build partnerships with industry and external organisations to expand opportunities for industry-based learning.
Support the design and delivery of the Year 10 Student Futures Programme on a bi-annual basis.
Support the coordination and delivery of careers events, such as the CGS Career Expo, National Careers Weeks, industry panels and alumni initiatives.
Provide one-on-one counselling for Middle School students transitioning to Senior School.
Offer ongoing one-on-one career counselling for Senior School students, including targeted support for Year 12 students during change of preference periods.
Identify and introduce innovative ways to deliver up-to-date career information and strengthen connections within the school community and with external partners.
Model best practice, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective collaboration within a high-performing team.
Demonstrate and uphold the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours in all interactions.
Skills andExperience
Hold an accredited career development qualification as outlined in the Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) Professional Standards for Career Development Practitioners, or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience working in a secondary school environment.
Up-to-date knowledge of Australian and international university selection procedures, abroad range of tertiary study options, and alternative post-secondary pathways.
Working knowledge of the VTAC application process.
Understanding of how a school develops and implements its Careers Curriculum in alignment with its values and vision, or prior experience in designing and delivering such a programme.
Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven experience and enthusiasm for working with young people to help them identify and achieve their study and career goals.
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Accreditation as a Morrisby-approved practitioner, or willingness to undertake the required training.
Why Caulfield GrammarSchool
Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
OurBenefits
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Competitive base and 13% Superannuation
Continuous professional development opportunities
Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to BENY with discounts exclusive to Caulfield employees
How toApply
Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.
Applications close
Sunday, 23 November ****
Enquiries
Attachments
Career Specialist - PD.pdf
Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third-party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct.
Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.
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