Job type: Part time / From 07/10/2024 - 26/01/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1439624
Job posted: 24/09/2024
Closes: 07/10/2024
Location Profile
Mount Clear College is nestled into an idyllic bush setting on the edge of the Woowookarung Regional Park, 6 kilometres from the centre of Ballarat. Our College is a Year 7 to 12 co-educational College and we are renowned for, and proud of, our ability to maintain the friendly, caring approach of a small school, despite our student numbers being over 1000.
The essence of the Colleges philosophy is to provide educational opportunities of the highest quality, where each student is challenged to achieve individual excellence to pursue their chosen pathway. College resources include a highly experienced and dedicated staff who promote quality teaching and learning within a secure safe learning community.
Selection Criteria
KSC1: Demonstrated high-level organisational, time management, and planning skills, and the capacity to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area consistent with school and Education Department policies.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and responsibilities in a school setting, ensuring the efficient delivery of career education services.
Experience in developing and refining procedures that align with Education Department policies, ensuring compliance while adapting to the unique needs of the school community.
Strong planning skills, particularly in organising school-wide career programs, information sessions, and events that support student career development.
KSC2: Demonstrated capacity to effectively promote, plan, and implement a careers education in a whole-school context, and to provide individual career planning advice, guidance, and opportunities to ensure students can make informed decisions regarding their pathways.
Experience in designing and leading careers education programs that integrate into the broader school curriculum, ensuring all students have access to relevant and timely career advice.
Proven capacity to engage students of varying interests and academic levels, helping them explore and map out future pathways.
KSC3: Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to develop positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and key stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills, with a history of fostering supportive and professional relationships.
Experience in establishing partnerships with employers, training providers, and universities to expand career opportunities.
Role
Position Overview
Career Education is a core activity at Mount Clear College, essential to students' learning, wellbeing, and future success. The Career Practitioner plays a pivotal role in supporting students' engagement and motivation, empowering them to make informed decisions, and building their confidence about the future.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Evidence-Based Career Guidance:
Utilise current research and evidence-based practices in career education to inform guidance.
Conduct one-on-one career counselling sessions with students.
Collaborate with Key Stakeholders:
Work closely with school leadership, teachers, and support staff.
Engage with parents, guardians, and community members.
Monitor and Evaluate Career Education Outcomes:
Maintain up-to-date records of career discussions and pathway planning.
Track and assess the effectiveness of career education programs.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm.
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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