Location
Regional NSW
Advertisement Number
A900154380
Number of Positions
1
Remuneration Package
The salary range for this position is $74,428.00 - $109,127.00 per annum (pro‐ra for part‐time roles). The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Name
Denison College of Secondary Education Kelso High Campus
Staffing Area
Bathurst
FTE
1.000
Contact
Phone number: 6331 4544School Admin: 99999999
Closing Date
09-Apr-2026, 6:00:00 AM
Job Category
School Support Staff
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Position Information
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world‐class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non‐government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
Student Support Officers work within the school community to enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and the school counselling service. They provide individual and targeted wellbeing support, whole‐school wellbeing initiatives and programs that are evidence‐based. They have a pivotal role in working collaboratively with external agencies and creating referral pathways for students and families to child and family support agencies.
Essential Requirements
* A completed diploma or higher qualification in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline must be attached along with your application.
* Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policies.
* Valid and current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
Talent Pool
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles for a period of 18 months.
Special Notes
This is an above centrally identified temporary position established through school funds. The successful candidate's duration of appointment will be subject to the continuity of funding, the requirement of the position and the needs of the school.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high‐quality public education to two‐thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment or interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above.
How to Apply
* Cover letter (max 2 pages) – demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and professional experience meet the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description.
* Target question response (maximum 300 words per target question) – answering the two targeted questions below.
* Current resume (max 5 pages) – including name, phone number(s) and email for two professional referees.
* Copies of qualifications and academic transcripts – all documents must be submitted online via iworkfor.nsw. No paper, email or late applications will be accepted.
EEO Statement
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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