Student Wellbeing & Attendance Officer

Department Of Education, Western Australia; Albany; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a highly organised Student Support Officer to join our Student Services team. This role focuses on supporting attendance, engagement and wellbeing, helping to create an inclusive, responsive environment where every student feels known and supported.

You will work with students, families and staff to monitor attendance, respond to concerns, and maintain confidential records while coordinating wellbeing processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain Working With Children Check and a valid Screening Clearance.
• Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or eligible visa holder with work rights for the term of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Support student attendance and engagement through monitoring attendance and following up absences.
• Provide a welcoming first point of contact for Students accessing Student Services and connect them with staff.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with administrative tasks for engagement and wellbeing processes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support attendance, engagement and wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Microsoft Office

Student management information systems

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Management Information System

Job description

Albany Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a highly organised Student Support Officer to join our Student Services team. This role focuses on supporting attendance, engagement and wellbeing, helping to create an inclusive, responsive environment where every student feels known and supported.

You will work with students, families and staff to monitor attendance, respond to concerns, and maintain confidential records while coordinating wellbeing processes.