TEMPORARY SSO3 - THE HEIGHTS TECHNICAL COLLEGE - YOUTH ENGAGEMENT OFFICER (TECHNICAL COLLEGES)

Department for Education, South Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heights Technical College in South Australia is seeking an exceptional Youth Engagement Officer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on student wellbeing, learning and support, and works with students, staff, schools, industry partners and other stakeholders to coordinate tailored supports that help maintain a safe and supportive environment and improve outcomes for students.

The successful applicant will be employed under the appropriate mode of employment, with 37.5 hours per week,

Skills

Youth Worker

Job description

Position Descriptor

The Heights Technical College will be a visionary institution that aims to revolutionize technical education in South Australia. The State Government is investing in Technical Colleges that will set the standard for excellence in their design, learning environment and delivery of skills-based training for school-enrolled students. We are searching for an exceptional Youth Engagement Officer to join our dynamic team and make a positive impact on our students. The Youth Engagement Officer is an integral member of the Technical College Network, with a focus on student wellbeing, learning, and support. The role works collaboratively with students, staff, schools, industry partners, and other key stakeholders to coordinate and implement tailored supports that help maintain a safe and supportive environment, ultimately improving student outcomes and success across the technical colleges. The Youth Engagement Officer aims to enhance student engagement, learning, and wellbeing through accessible, individualised, and group-based support, while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. The role promotes effective teamwork and ensures consistent support of the social, emotional, and educational engagement and wellbeing of students to facilitate learning-ready environments. guided by the pillars of CREW (Cultural and Relational Engagement Framework). Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and hours per week. The salary stated is based on an employee working 52 weeks per annum, full time equivalent. The successful applicant will be employed under the appropriate mode of employment. Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Position No

2027-1983-SS3-B-1-1

Applications Close

15/11/2026 11:30 PM

Site

The Heights Technical College

Local Partnership

Golden Way

Tenure

21/01/2027 to 26/01/2028

Hours Per Week

37.5

Roster

(may be negotiable) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Starting 18/01/2027 7.50 7.50 7.50 7.50 7.50 0.00 0.00

Classification

SSO03 - SSO Level 3

Conditions

$85,566 - $92,870 per annum FTE / Leave Conditions

Major Function(s) / Skill(s)

Youth Worker

Information

[e-mail]

Phone

73210730

School Website

https://www.technicalcolleges.sa.gov.au/our-campuses/the-heights-technical-college

Job and Person Specification Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.