About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Ormiston State School
At Ormiston State School we recognise that learning is inextricably linked to wellbeing. Positive wellbeing is dependent on a sense of belonging and respect. This requires a belief that personal characteristics, capabilities and individual needs are understood and considered. Therefore, learning experiences need to be real life, inclusive, engaging and purposeful. These are integral foundations to successful learning and cannot be separated from the curriculum or pedagogical practices.
About the Role
The successful applicant will support the strategic improvement priorities of Improved Achievement through Quality Pedagogy and Culture of Inclusion by providing professional expertise, leadership and support to school staff and families in the development and implementation of plans, programs, and procedures to assist students to successfully engage in learning.
Responsibilities Include
- The successful applicant will work with the school leadership team, teaching and support staff to collaboratively negotiate, develop and implement programs for students with complex learning needs, students with complex behavioural and social emotional needs, students in care and students who identify as Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander.
- Advocate, provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment and individual student support, recommendations and advice to students, teachers and parents concerning educational, behavioural, career development, mental health and family issues.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitate effective working relationships and partnerships with parents, school personnel and external support agencies in order to provide a comprehensive support, case management and referral service that optimises students' access and engagement in educational programs.
- Provide a counselling and referral service to assist students in decision making about critical educational, personal, social, emotional and career development, and provide ongoing support during the implementation phase of their decision.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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