About this job
About the School:
Pimlico State High School has a proud tradition of academic excellence and community service. Established in 1959, the school is part of Queensland's state school system and is recognised as an Independent Public School. Pimlico has a commitment to global citizenship, international-mindedness, and educational excellence. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum with a strong academic focus and is renowned for its exceptional performing arts program, particularly in instrumental music. Pimlico strives to develop young people who are purposeful, resilient, compassionate and innovative, preparing them to make a positive impact on the world.
About the role:
As the Defence School Mentor you will have the following objectives for your role:
- Support the integration of new Defence students into the school environment
- Support Defence students experiencing any social, emotional or academic challenges
- Support Defence students experiencing the impacts of Defence-related parental absence and relocation
- Direct students to school, Defence or external programs, services or opportunities that meet their support needs
- Increase the awareness and appreciation of the unique Defence lifestyle and associated challenges for students in schools and local communities
Responsibilities:
- Support 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)
- Provide Defence students with age-appropriate, social and emotional support that enhances existing school supports
- Provide Defence families with information about the school environment and available Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) programs relevant to their student's development
- Raise 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)
- Possess a strong understanding of the Defence lifestyle and developing strong relationships with Defence students at the school
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- Set priorities and meet deadlines
- Work independently and as a team member
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Current working knowledge of the Defence Forces is considered advantageous
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.