Student Support Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Medowie High School (Prov)

Mobile; North (SC); In loco; USD 53.000 - 78.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Medowie High School (Prov) is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer to join the wellbeing and counselling partnership, providing targeted support to students and families and contributing to a positive school climate. You will work within the Port Stephens network to support student wellbeing and inclusive practices across the school community.

The role requires a diploma or higher qualification in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline, WWCC clearance, and a collaborative

Competenze

• Diploma or higher qualification in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline and attached with application.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal education policies.
• Valid and current WWCC.

Mansioni

• Enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and the school counselling service.
• Create referral pathways for students and families to child and family support agencies.

Formazione

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

Descrizione del lavoro

Student Support Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Medowie High School (Prov) – 0000BDZ1

Location

Central & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley
Advertisement Number A900158814

Number of Positions

1
Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $76,661.00 – $112,401.00 per annum (pro-rata for part time roles). The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Name Medowie High School (Prov)
Principal Network Port Stephens
Staffing Area Maitland
FTE 1.000
Contact Name Bronwyn Jones
Contact Phone number 0457 784 815
Contact School Admin – 99999999

Closing Date

28-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

School Support Staff

Organisation

School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role

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. Student Support Officers provide individual and targeted wellbeing support and whole of school wellbeing initiatives and programs that are evidence-based. They have a pivotal role in working collaboratively with external agencies and creating referral pathways for students and families to child and family support agencies.

Essential Requirements

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

Talent Pool

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 18 months. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles. This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career.
The new Medowie High School will open to Year 7 students only at the start of Term 1, 2027. Located in Port Stephens on Worimi Country, the school serves a vibrant semi-rural community.

Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

1. A cover letter (max 2 pages)

1. Respond to targeted questions (maximum 300 words per target question)

1. A current resume (max 5 pages)

1. Copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts