10 days ago, from Western Australia GovernmentThis is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.Busselton Senior High School (SHS) is an outstanding, inclusive school that effectively responds to the needs of our community. We are committed to developing capable, empathetic, and confident life-long learners who will contribute positively to society through excellence in teaching and learning, developing respectful relationships, and delivering an education that challenges and engages all our students.The RoleWe are seeking a Student Services Program Coordinator with exceptional leadership skills, who is an integral member of the senior leadership team. You will work collaboratively with the principal, the executive team, and the senior leadership team to drive a culture of continuous school improvement, providing educational leadership in the school and the community by promoting the school's strategic directions.The successful applicant will be highly organised and carry out their role in a manner that is inclusive and collaborative, using strong interpersonal skills and leadership attributes to ensure positive outcomes for all students. They will have a deep belief that every student can achieve success and be able to provide educational leadership that ensures students are engaged and become successful learners.You will display excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff, and the ability to develop and maintain positive and effective partnerships with external agencies and members of the community.The successful applicant will have a high level of skill working with diverse students to meet their varying needs, plus the ability to demonstrate that they can operate effectively within a focused and distributive leadership team environment and have knowledge and experience in leading PBS at all levels. The successful applicant will lead, promote, and build upon the school's PBS which forms an important component of the positive support mechanisms.You will lead and collaborate effectively with the other Student Services staff to plan, implement, and monitor student wellbeing programs using evidence to inform strategic planning. The role will involve leading a combination of lower and senior school year groups.Busselton SHS has an improvement agenda focused on improving student outcomes through consistent approaches to pedagogy and positive behaviour strategies. The school reflects the values of the local community, promoting the school's R.E.A.L values of respect, empathy, achievement, and learn.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)subsidised accommodation where applicablefree relocationTo work with us, you must: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; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.Your application should include:A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated 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.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA930398Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 18 November 2024.#J-18808-Ljbffr