About this job
About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.
About Yeppoon State High School:
At Yeppoon State High School, emphasis is placed on academic outcomes. We also believe that the development of a holistic education through the teaching of values and ethics instils in our graduates a sense of decency and respect for others. Our graduates are well-placed to contribute positively to society as self-aware and empathetic individuals. Teaching staff are enthusiastic in their desire to be experts in their curriculum fields and they embrace current trends in praxis and pedagogy. Strong community and industry partnerships build staff workforce capabilities that result in real world scenarios being embedded in the classroom. Our facilities provide exceptional learning environments and resources. Our strong business and university links along with our community partners provide a unique range of opportunities and pathways that enriches students' development with real world experiences and connectedness. We are a school, proud of present and past students. We welcome you to our school community and a culture in which we believe that every student can thrive and excel.
About the role:
As the Industry and Vocational Training Officer, some of the tasks you will be involved are:
- Actively engaging with industry and business to source School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship opportunities for prospective students and seek opportunities for student placement in industry.
- Developing and providing guidance for the work experience placement program, including identifying increased opportunities, monitoring students in the workplace, arranging visits where required and managing the preparation, collection and storage of records and data as required by departmental policy.
- Providing the Principal/Deputy Principal with a regular update of the program outcomes and identify issues that may impact on the success of the program.
Responsibilities include:
- Actively engage with industry and business to source School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship opportunities for prospective students and seek opportunities for student placement in industry.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers, training providers and apprenticeship support agencies.
- Provide the Principal/Deputy Principal with a regular update of the program outcomes and identify issues that may impact on the success of the program..
- Coordinate with the Principal/Deputy Principal, the recruitment of students to pathways options and process the enrolment of students into programs.
- Provide a high level of client support to business and industry partners, and establish feedback loops to ensure continuous improvement.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you may 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.
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.