Junior Social Worker (Pre-Primary to Year 7)

Permanent 0.6FTE position commencing Term 1, 2027

Hale School is Western Australia's oldest independent boys' school. Located in the suburb of Wembley Downs, the current campus is situated on a magnificent 48-hectare site, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west of Perth and two kilometres from the coast.

Hale School is seeking applications from enthusiastic, experienced and well-qualified professionals for the position of Junior Social Worker (Junior School to Year 7).

The Junior Social Worker supports the wellbeing, participation and success of students from Pre-Primary to Year 7 by working collaboratively with students, families and staff to address social, emotional and behavioural challenges. The role contributes to a positive and inclusive school environment through early intervention, counselling, advocacy, consultation and wellbeing programs, while strengthening partnerships between home and school.

The successful applicant will:

- demonstrate ability to establish positive and professional relationships with students, staff and families.
- have robust interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills.
- Experience supporting children and families experiencing social, emotional, behavioural or wellbeing challenges.
- have the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute positively to student support planning.
- have the capacity to provide individual and small-group interventions that build resilience, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
- have experience engaging families and connecting them with relevant supports and community services.
- have the ability to contribute to staff consultation and wellbeing initiatives across the school community.
- have strong organisational skills, including maintaining accurate records and managing confidential information appropriately.
- have the ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
- have a commitment to child safety, inclusivity,



relationship-based practice and continuous professional learning.
- have tertiary qualifications in Social Work.
- have eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or equivalent professional body.
- have previous experience working with children, young people and families.
- have experience in a school, education, community or child and family services setting (highly desirable).
- have School Social Worker Credentials (desirable).
- have experience in a school, educational or multidisciplinary mental health setting (highly desirable).
- have a firm commitment to independent schooling and a willingness to support Hale School’s values and Anglican traditions.
- have a current Working with Children (WWC) check.
- have a current National Police Clearance.

For further information regarding the role, please refer to the attached Senior School Teacher available from the Employment Opportunities page on the Hale School website. Applicants are asked to provide:

- a one page covering letter.
- a CV outlining their qualifications and relevant experience.
- the names and contact details of three referees, one of whom must be the current or most recent employer.

Applications close: Friday 2 October 2026 at 3.00pm.

Note to applicants:

- Hale School takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at Hale School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of a thorough recruitment process.
- This role has been identified as having contact with children and requires the incumbent to apply for and maintain a Working with Children Check
- Hale School reserves the right to contact non-nominated referees prior to an offer of employment being made.
- New applicants who have arrived in Australia within the last 12 months are required to provide Hale School with a Police Clearance issued by their country of origin within the last 12 months prior to appointment preceding the employee's appointment to Hale School. Documents are to be translated by a certified agent if necessary. The cost of this clearance is to be borne by the applicant.

📌 Junior Social Worker - Pre-Primary to Year 7 (Wembley Downs)
🏢 Hale School
📍 Wembley Downs