Description:
Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre
Student Support Officer
00035878
Level 3, $74,586 - $80,014 per annum (DOE (SSO) CA 2022)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS882254
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Partnerships in Action
As the Student Support Officer, you will assist in the coordination of the Student Support Program and in developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies which provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff. In addition, you will engage with administrative processes that ensure a scheduled well-organised student support service and up to date medical records.
To be successful in this role you will ideally have high level communication skills, the ability to work autonomously within a team and possess excellent organisational skills in student focused resolution and negotiation, strong networking skills and the ability to problem solve in a student services team. These skills will support the successful applicant to create positive relationships with service providers and key stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge and experience of working with allied health professionals when working towards student centred outcomes. It would be desirable that applicants possess a strong understanding of disabilities and the management of students with disability in an educational environment. Experience in management of student transition from primary school, trauma informed practices, School of Special Education Needs: Disability (SSEN:D) and School of Special Education Needs: Sensory (SSEN:S), Child Protection and Family Support (CPFS) management and case conference organisation is highly advantageous.
Dianella Secondary College Educational Support Centre (ESC) is a diverse multicultural secondary school that caters for students with disabilities from Year 7 to Year 13. Our staff are friendly, organised and work together to ensure a supported professional environment. We are situated in a beautiful location on the same site as Dianella Secondary College and adjacent to Dianella Primary College. Together, we have developed a positive relationship focused on supporting students and families.
We have proudly built a school where relationships are based on mutual respect and trust and where partnerships are valued. Developing strong relationships with students and parents has enhanced student learning. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in their child's education and have become an integral part in the development of educational programs.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing prioritises within timelines.
- Good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- Skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
- Knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre can be found by visiting dianellascesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
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For further job related information:
Please contact Becc Dalgleish, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9345 9272 or emailing Rebecca.Dalgleish@education.wa.edu.au
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