Student Support Coordinator

Department of Education, Western Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Reef Senior High School is seeking a dedicated Student Support Coordinator to join the Learning Support team. The role focuses on assisting students with diagnosed conditions, using evidence-based strategies to boost engagement and success.

You will work with the Head of Learning Support to develop targeted supports and communicate effectively with families and external agencies. Ideal candidates will have a tertiary qualification in Social or Behavioural Science, excellent time

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social or Behavioural Science.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with diagnosed conditions using evidence-based strategies.
• Identify barriers to learning and implement engagement initiatives.
• Develop and review targeted supports with the Head of Learning Support.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.

Education

Tertiary qualification in the Social or Behavioural Science area

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Ocean Reef Senior High School (SHS) is committed to ensuring each student is engaged in a pathway to success; empowered to reach their full potential as a lifelong learner and valued contributor to society. We foster the knowledge, capabilities, attributes and values that provide a foundation for successful learning and life within and beyond school. We value organisation, respect, care and achievement in shaping a positive culture of individual and collective growth.

Find out more about our school by visiting Ocean Reef SHS or Schools Online.

The Role

The Student Support Coordinator will ideally work as part of the Learning Support team to support our students with diagnosed conditions, successfully using their knowledge of evidence-based strategies to support students with complex support needs and potential co-occurring disabilities, including mental health diagnoses. They would be responsible for identifying barriers to learning and effectively communicate and then implement initiatives to increase engagement and success.

The successful applicant will ideally work in partnership with the Head of Learning Support to develop, implement, and review targeted, evidence-informed supports that enhance student wellbeing. Drawing on school data and student need, they would use initiative to identify appropriate supports, contribute to a negotiated case management load, and facilitate explicit teaching of social and emotional skills when required.

The successful applicant will ideally have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain professional connections between students, families, the school, and external agencies. The Student Support Coordinator will ideally actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences within the school and with other agencies, including providing information and consultancy advice as required.

The successful applicant will have qualifications in Social or Behavioural Science as a requirement. The traits of excellent time management, the ability to work individually and collaboratively, demonstrate initiative, and a willingness to explore new ideas to assist students are strongly desired.

Ocean Reef SHS is committed to ensuring every child is on a pathway to success. Through a culture of high performance and teacher efficacy, we nurture each student’s talents and foster the knowledge, skills, capabilities, attributes, and values they need for lifelong learning and success beyond school.

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 Kristy-Anne Moore, Manager Corporate Services on [phone] or [e-mail]

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.

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

Eligibility

• 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.
• possess a Tertiary qualification in the Social or Behavioural Science area

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

Applications close:

4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 24 November 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1071159

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.