About this job
Who We Are:
Welcome to Wynnum West State School.
We are a primary state school catering from Prep to Year 6.
We pride ourselves on the individual care that we are able to give our students. Students' individual needs are catered for academically and through extra services we are able to provide.
We believe in the importance of high uniform and behaviour standards.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
The Youth Worker is a key member of the school's professional team, working collaboratively with students, staff, families and external agencies to support student engagement and wellbeing.
The role involves liaising with teachers, guidance officers, support staff and community services to identify and address barriers that may impact students' learning and attendance.
Responsibilities include:
- Maintaining accurate records and data, documenting student contact, and contributing to effective case management and referrals to appropriate services.
- The Youth Worker will also build strong relationships with families, including conducting home visits where appropriate, to support students at risk of disengagement.
- Through these partnerships, the role aims to strengthen connections between school and home, encourage regular attendance and help students remain engaged in their education and future pathways.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
The Perfect Fit:
- The successful applicant will have key involvement with individual schools, but also monitor attendance patterns, support early intervention strategies and assist students to achieve positive learning outcomes.
- The successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively with students, staff, families and external agencies. An ability to work effectively as part of a team, maintain confidentiality and approach situations with sensitivity and respect is essential.
- This role requires a high level of professionalism, empathy and sound judgement when working with students and families who may be experiencing a range of challenges.
Submit Your Application:
- 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 in response to 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.