Student Wellbeing & Support Advocate

Nsw Government; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Education is seeking a Student Support Officer for Broken Hill High School. The role focuses on enhancing student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and counselling services.

Applicants should hold a diploma or higher in social work, youth work or related discipline, be committed to Aboriginal education policies, and have a valid WWCC. A talent pool may be created for ongoing or temporary roles over 18 months.

Qualifications

• A completed diploma or higher qualification in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline must be attached with your application
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policies
• Valid and current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Responsibilities

• Student Support Officers work within the school community to enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and the school counselling service
• They provide individual and targeted wellbeing support and whole of school wellbeing initiatives and programs that are evidence-based
• They collaborate with external agencies and create referral pathways for students and families to child and family support agencies

Education

Diploma or higher in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline

Job description

The NSW Department of Education is seeking a Student Support Officer for Broken Hill High School. The role focuses on enhancing student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and counselling services.

Applicants should hold a diploma or higher in social work, youth work or related discipline, be committed to Aboriginal education policies, and have a valid WWCC. A talent pool may be created for ongoing or temporary roles over 18 months.