ahp2 - social worker – truancy

Department for Education

Job reference: 700400

Location: PARA HILLS

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Why work with us

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the role

The Social Worker - Truancy is a member of an inter-disciplinary team and works with children and young people with truancy, attendance, engagement and retention issues and their families.

The Social Worker works with preschool and school staff, and parents to develop evidence-based interventions that include proactive, targeted and intensive strategies that can be adapted for learning and home contexts. This position works with the professional support of the Senior Social Worker.

The role requires high levels of professionalism, autonomy, and integrity. You will have a strong commitment to social justice, human rights, cultural safety, and to the rights of all people to be treated with dignity and respect.

You are committed to advocating and empowering children, young people, and their families. You work independently and as part of a team, have excellent interpersonal skills, and are passionate about supporting children and young people reach their full potential in an educational context.

This position receives professional support from the Senior Social Worker.

Student Support Services are on a cultural response journey, as such we value and prioritise Aboriginal ways of knowing, doing and being.

What we offer

Join us to provide a world-leading education system in South Australia. You will:

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Work alongside highly experienced social workers and connect with skilled colleagues statewide.
• Enjoy flexible working hours and access a range of leave entitlements. Leave is encouraged to be taken during school holiday periods due to decreased work demands, including taking leave during the Christmas closure period (25th of December to 1st of January).
• Make a real difference in the lives of students, families, and communities.

Qualifications

Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Desirable: Nil

Special conditions

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.

The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For further information on what training is required, please visit the following website: Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN-EC)

Suitability for the AHP2 Social Work Truancy requires a significant amount of experience as a Social Worker.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Remuneration

AHP2 $88,255 - $102,240 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%)

Enquiries

Enquiries can be directed to Lisa Kirsten, Senior Social Worker, via tel: or email:

Application instructions

Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website and include:

• The Pre-employment declaration form (including a copy of your Department for Human Services WWCC and RRHAN-EC course or the online Fundamentals course).
• The Department for Education Cover Sheet.
• A copy of your qualifications (with the AASW seal if your qualifications were obtained outside of Australia).
• A copy of your driver's licence.
• A copy of your permanent residency or working visa, if applicable.
• A cover letter that addresses the key capabilities in the role description including demonstrated experience within 1500 words.
• A CV Including three referees, one of whom must be your current line manager.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional note

This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 8-month term contract with a possibility of extension.

Applications close: 12/10/2025 11:30 PM