Student Wellbeing and Engagement Officer - Ed Support Level 1-Range 3

Overview

Work type: Full time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 3

Occupation: Education and Training

Location: Southern Metropolitan

Reference: 1473591

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated experience supporting the general wellbeing of all students and the wider school community through the provision of whole school wellbeing services, which cover all tiers of intervention (whole, targeted, individual) in a school setting.

SC2 Demonstrated experience in delivering wellbeing services within a multidisciplinary team.

SC3 Highly developed skills and experience in supporting adolescents presenting with a range of issues.

SC4 Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of programs that foster resilience in young people and address their social, emotional and educational needs.

SC5 Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and network with the wide range of people within the education and wider community.

Role

The Student Wellbeing and Engagement Officer will work closely with the members of the Student Management Team and the Wellbeing team at Patterson River Secondary College to provide high-level support services to improve student learning outcomes and undertake advanced wellbeing interventions that support students and schools. The focus of this role will be engagement and attendance, supporting students `at risk¿ and their families.

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement evidence-based intervention strategies for students with complex needs. This will include collaborating with families, other professionals and agencies when appropriate, and managing the associated risks.
• Provide information and feedback to the Sub School teams regarding individual student needs, issues and concerns that will assist engagement in learning programs that can be implemented for students with mental health challenges.
• Will demonstrate skilled ability to maintain appropriate case management records and provide written and oral reports in accordance with DET and school policies and processes.
• Demonstrate leadership and provide professional learning to others, such as teachers and other school wellbeing staff, to build the capacity of the College to improve students¿ learning and developmental outcomes.
• Liaise with other Department areas (including Secondary School Nurse and Disability Inclusion staff) and external service providers (such as alternative educational settings, Child Protection, Orange Door & relevant DET departments) with a view to optimise service access for at risk students and where relevant their families.
• Maintain professional competence and continued professional learning, including attending professional development activities throughout the year.
• Meet relevant policies and legislative requirements in relation to student health information and privacy.
• Other duties consistent with qualifications and experience as required
  

Who May Apply

It is expected that the person in this position will possess the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. At minimum applicants must possess a Certificate IV in Youth Work.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Location Profile

Patterson River Secondary College is a friendly, high performing school. We work to create a supportive and productive learning community where students are challenged by high expectations and encouraged to achieve their personal best in all endeavours. Our College values of Persistence, Excellence, Community & Respect guide our decision making and actions. Patterson River has close connections with the community and sees itself as an important hub of the local community.

Set next to the Seaford Wetlands and within walking distance of the beach, our school enjoys beautiful surrounds. Our grounds are spacious and contain several landscaped courtyards which provide attractive shaded seating areas for our students. Student learning takes place in a safe and stimulating environment with a range of modern facilities which include a three-court basketball stadium, Performing Arts Centre, Senior School Centre, Year 7, Year 8, and Year 9 learning centres along with a new STEM centre, food rooms and community room. Staff are provided with free out of hours access to our new weights and circuit gym.

The College has¿an¿established Wellbeing Team, providing both intervention and proactive strategies and programs.

Current School Wide Health & Wellbeing Initiatives

• Respectful Relationships
• School Wide Positive Behaviours

Programs

• PRSC¿Respect¿Group
• Breakfast Club

Targeted Support and Interventions

• Doctors¿in Secondary Schools
• Mental Health Practitioner
• Adolescent Health Nurse
• Student Counselling

The current Student Family Occupation & Education (SFOE) Index is 0.3847. The College enjoys a positive school climate and student connectedness, with staff, student and parent opinion surveys all reporting results which place the College in the top quartiles in state-wide comparisons.

College tours can be arranged by contacting:

¿ Adam Slater - Acting College Principal adam.slater@education.vic.gov.au

Further information about our College can be found by visiting our website www.prsc.vic.edu.au (including Strategic Plan and Annual Report) or newsletters via: https://inewsletter.co/VYpKOv/archive

Posted 28 April 2025