Student Support Coordinator

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Support Coordinators for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Sevenoaks Senior College (SC) is committed to developing a unique model of 21st Century Senior Schooling to ensure that every student is well equipped to deal with the opportunities of their post-school pathways.

Sevenoaks is a standalone senior college being only one of two in the metropolitan area which offer specialised pathways to senior school students in Years 11 and 12. Students enrol with us from over 40 schools and represent over 60 cultures. Our college is managed differently with greater flexibility for students as they map out their future in a supportive and inclusive young adult learning environment.

Three enduring features of Sevenoaks are: Find Your Future, the Young Adult Ethos and the Advocacy Program. Our CARE values, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence support our Young Adult Ethos.

Our students participate in enhanced pathway preparation and planning which incorporate 21st Century skills needed for future success. We offer 17 different specialised pathways. Students participate in a range of learning environments which support the delivery of contemporary and emerging work capabilities to meet the current and future world of work.

Our vision is to support all students to Find Your Future by empowering them to make the most of every opportunity in any learning environment and to participate positively in society. Our young adult ethos prepares students for the world beyond school by gradually increasing their capacity to take on the responsibilities of the adult world.

Find out more about our school by visiting Sevenoaks Senior College or Schools Online.

The role of the Student Support Coordinator will be to help develop systems that provide a responsive and effective youth support service for students, staff and family members. Suitable applicants should provide professional links between the College and various public and private sector organisations and agencies to enhance the support for our young adults. Ideally, the Student Support Coordinator will possess the skills and experience to work with young people who present at the College with complex issues they are trying to manage along with their studies.

To be suitable in this role, you should have a high level of communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and autonomously and possess skills in conflict resolution and negotiation. Strong networking skills and the ability to problem solve and be responsive to difficult dilemmas are key to performing this role.

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 Leesa Ashworth, Manager Corporate Services on 6235 7200 or emailing leesa.ashworth@education.wa.edu.au

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.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

To 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; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Apply online in two easy steps:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job
2. Complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four-page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Well-developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills that demonstrate an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, negotiate and resolve conflict.
  • Demonstrated well-developed organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated well-developed research, conceptual and analytical skills and experience in identifying problems and developing appropriate intervention strategies and support programs.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students who are experiencing difficulties.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services

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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS987561

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 September 2025