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Program Coordinator - Lower School Student Services - Year 7 and 8
Branch: Harrisdale Senior High School
Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)
This is a twelve (12) month full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency. Harrisdale Senior High School (SHS) is one of the largest schools in Western Australia, attracting students from diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
With a student population of over 2200, approximately 180 teaching staff, and 70 support staff, the school offers an inclusive and comprehensive education for Years 7 to 12.
It is the school of choice for many local and international families.
Our commitment to the intellectual, creative, and social development of students is evident through our stimulating and relevant programs, orderly teaching, and classroom practices.
We place a strong emphasis on pastoral care and academic achievement, supported by robust community involvement and parental support.
As one of the state's newest schools, Harrisdale SHS is already recognised for its outstanding achievements and results.
We offer a comprehensive Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) program and place a high emphasis on the quality and delivery of General and Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses to provide a holistic education.
Our specialist programs cater to a variety of student needs and interests, including a Gifted and Talented program, specialised music and sports programs (such as Cricket, Netball, and Volleyball), numerous after-school clubs, sporting teams, and a developing language program in French and Japanese.
We pride ourselves on the ethos that all students will achieve success through excellence in teaching and learning.
Harrisdale SHS has a strong, positive culture where teachers play a key role in ensuring our school values of Care, Respect, and Excellence are upheld and reflected in all actions.
Harrisdale SHS is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated leader to take on the role of Program Coordinator – Lower School Student Services (Year 7 & 8).
The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in supporting the wellbeing, pastoral care, and academic success of our Year 7 and 8 students.
As a member of the school's leadership team, the Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, and the community to foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
Key responsibilities of this role include leading and managing the pastoral care needs of Year 7 and 8 students, providing strategic direction to the Student Services team, and ensuring the effective implementation of intervention, monitoring, and support processes for student wellbeing.
The role also involves coordinating homeroom programs, managing the Good Standing system, supporting course counselling, and assisting with key student events such as transition activities, assemblies, and parent information sessions.
The successful applicant will ideally have strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build cohesive teams, communicate effectively, and manage behaviour in line with the school's values of Care, Respect, and Excellence.
Experience in data analysis, Compass Software use, and case management of at-risk students will be highly regarded.
Additionally, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for liaising with local primary schools to ensure a smooth transition for Year 6 students entering Harrisdale SHS.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the student services program at Harrisdale SHS and make a lasting impact on the lives of our young students.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Associate Principals and the broader Student Services team to uphold the school's commitment to pastoral care and academic achievement.
Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits .
Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Everal Eaton, Principal, by telephoning or emailing .
During the school holiday period, please contact Everal Eaton on . Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g.
Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA921025
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 7 October 2024
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