Job Description - Student Support Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Jordan Springs High School *****BDZ6)
Student Support Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Jordan Springs High School - ****BDZ6
Location
Sydney Region
Number of Positions
1
Closing Date
21-Oct-****, 5:00:00 AM
Job Category
School Support Staff
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
School Name Jordan Springs High School
Staffing Area Penrith
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Contact Phone number **********
Contact School Admin - ********
Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $76,****** - $112,****** per annum (pro-rata for part time roles).
The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
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.
Opening Day 1, Term ******, our new high school in Jordan Springs will serve the expanding communities of Jordan Springs and Ropes Crossing, located across both the Penrith and Blacktown Local Government Areas in Western Sydney.
Initial enrolments will include Year 7 and Year 8 cohorts alongside specialised support classes catering to students with diagnosed disabilities and additional learning needs.
The school's master plan accommodates anticipated future growth and incorporates state of the art learning environments and versatile outdoor spaces that foster collaboration, wellbeing and evidence based instructional practices.
The educational framework of our school will emphasise explicit teaching and talent development strategies which are consistent with the Department of Education's High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) Policy.
Situated near Wianamatta Regional Park, our school will respectfully acknowledge and celebrate the cultural heritage of the Dharug People, working in close partnership with the Yarramundi Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG)



to embed culturally responsive pedagogy and a deep respect for Aboriginal histories and cultures.
Our school will serve a multicultural community where local partner primary schools report between 44% and 63% of students from language backgrounds other than English.
Our school team is currently establishing meaningful community relationships which will ensure a strong, inclusive foundation for the school's successful launch next year, focused on prioritising equity and excellence across our community as well as creating a strong sense of belonging and authentic community partnerships.
This position offers a unique prospect to join our school's foundation staff, playing a pivotal role in establishing the wellbeing structures in the school from inception.
Our staff team will contribute to the development of our school's identity, culture and pedagogical approaches that will define the school's future.
More information about our school can be found on our school website /
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.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.
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📌 Student Support Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Jordan Springs High School (Sydney)
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