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).
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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.
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.
Additional Information
Wauchope High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school proudly situated on Birpai Country in the Hastings Valley on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. Serving a vibrant rural community, the school has approximately 465 students, including 28% who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. The school is recognised for its inclusive culture, strong community partnerships and commitment to aspirational academic, vocational and personal pathways.
The school offers a broad, future-focused curriculum supporting pathways to university, vocational education, apprenticeships and employment. Strong Agriculture, Primary Industries and Hospitality programs are supported by a working farm, trade training centre and commercial kitchens, providing nationally recognised VET qualifications, practical learning and industry experience.
Wauchope High School has a proud tradition of sporting achievement and High Potential and Gifted Education opportunities. Its annual sporting exchange with Cumberland High School, spanning more than 50 years, remains an important tradition promoting teamwork, leadership and school pride.
Strong partnerships with feeder primary schools support successful transition to high school, while programs including Birpai Buddies, Sista Speak, Bro Speak and the Aboriginal Gathang Language Program strengthen cultural identity, leadership and connection.
Student wellbeing, belonging and voice are central to the school. A range of wellbeing supports, dedicated staff and an active Student Representative Council ensure students are known, valued and encouraged to contribute. Students proudly represent Wauchope High School through sport, leadership and community events, including the school's longstanding involvement in local ANZAC Day commemorations.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit in either Word or PDF format:
1. A cover letter (max 2 pages)
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demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and professional experience meet the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description
2. A target question response (maximum 300 words per target question)
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answering the two targeted questions below
3. A current resume (max 5 pages)
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including name, phone number/s and email for two professional referees
4. Copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts
Note: all documents relating to your application including qualifications and academic transcripts are required to be submitted online via iworkfor.nsw . No paper based, email or late applications will be accepted.
