Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Hume - Greater Shepparton
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Location Profile
Numurkah Secondary College is excited to invite you to be part of our growing College community.
We are a co-educational College, situated approximately 30kms north of Shepparton. Numurkah is a town of approximately 4700 people. In years past, it has predominantly been a farming district, however the make-up of our community is changing. A number of our families fall into a low socio-economic category. Buses transport students to our school from the surrounding districts of Waaia, Tallygaroopna, Katunga, Strathmerton, Katamatite, Invergordon, Wunghnu and more.
The College currently has a student population of approximately 260 students and our enrolments are increasing with an expected increase within the next few years.
This year the College has launched a fresh and new approach to our delivery of curriculum, incorporating some vertical grouping and an increase in student voice. Our goal is to ensure that our classes meet the Victorian Curriculum and the needs of our cohort.
The staff of Numurkah Secondary College are not only invested in delivering the best Teaching and Learning but are committed to ensuring that the Engagement of our students is high. In addition, the College has a well-established Wellbeing program, and this has been enhanced by the introduction of the Resilience Project in 2022. Our strategic intent is to support students to learn effectively and to develop positive attitudes and behaviours. We endeavour to provide a learning environment that will nurture personal development and establish a strong connection to the College.
The challenges of becoming a lifelong learner, pursuing further study, successfully entering the workplace and being a responsible member of society face all students. The school staff assist students to meet these challenges and be not only responsible individuals who are able to relate to family, friends and colleagues, but informed citizens, who understand and can contribute to the community in which they live and the wider world around them.
Selection Criteria
SC1 Experience and qualification in social work or other relevant field which includes individual counselling of teenagers (preferably experience in a school environment)
SC2 The capacity to support health promotion program in a school environment
SC3 A commitment to the College vision and values, initiatives and have high levels of personal energy and drive
SC4 Demonstrated capacity to reflect critically upon professional practice and apply skills and knowledge derived from recent professional development that is student centred
SC5 Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills,
SC6 Demonstrate an ability to support coordination of the Wellbeing Team, and to work with all stakeholder to support effective outcomes
Role
* Support the documentation of wellbeing processes and policies for the school
* Respond to wellbeing needs in accordance with the wellbeing processes and policies of the school.
* Respond to wellbeing referrals and allocate them appropriately amongst the wellbeing team
* Identify, assess, guide and provide individual counselling for students at educational or personal risk including case management where appropriate
* Coordinate and conduct small group programs to support wellbeing education and development of students.
* Conduct observations and assessments of student social and emotional needs, and provide reports in support of potential Disability Inclusion Profiles
* Liaise and disseminate information for students engaged with wellbeing to relevant teachers and college staff including Principal team, Year Level Leaders and Classroom teachers.
* Attend Care Team meetings for students with significant mental health concerns or living in out of home care.
* Record thorough case notes on compass system and store or share in accordance with wellbeing processes
* Facilitate and coordinate referrals and appointments for External Psychologists and external providers after consultation
* Make appropriate referrals for parents/guardians/families to external agencies based upon their needs
* Identify relevant PD to enhance the skills of the wellbeing team in consultation with Principal Team
* Participate in weekly wellbeing team meetings as required
* Identify, source and facilitate relevant programs to support wellbeing needs of students and college e.g. peer support
* Support the Student Wellbeing Coordinator to promote the Respectful Relationships program. Work with curriculum leaders, subschools and others to run programs, events, raise awareness and promote mental health.
Responsibilities
The Numurkah Secondary College Wellbeing Team Vision Statement states that ¿Our school community provides social, emotional and educational support to maximize students' potential and learning opportunities. This vision provides the prism through which the team supports the social, emotional and personal care needs of our students. The wellbeing team liaises with staff, students, parents, Department and external agencies. The Student Wellbeing team ensures that processes are in place to meet the wellbeing needs of the students at the College. They coordinate a range of Tier 1, 2 and 3 wellbeing programs at the College, identify areas for improvement, and source or develop additional resources/programs to meet these needs.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Other Information
Please provide the following:
* A CV including relevant qualifications and experience including name, contact number and email.
* Response to the Key Selection Criteria.
* Provide your Working With Children¿s Check (WWCC) details, including expiry date. An Employee WWCC is mandatory for working in schools. If you are appointed to the position, you will be required to have this prior to commencement.
* Name, email, and mobile number for 3 current referees.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees relevant to your application.
Applicants will be advised if this occurs.
Position descriptions are reviewed regularly and may change, by consultation, with the Principal.
Conditions of Employment
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
* Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Applications close Sunday 17 August 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
4 August 2025