Student Engagement Support Officer

Branch: Kensington Secondary School

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 3, $81,448 - $87,376 per annum (pro-rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024)

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Kensington

Closing Date: 2026-05-08 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
• PUBLISHED JDF - 00045127 - Student Engagement Support Officer - Kensington Secondary School - MIN L3 - Sep 2024.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 Kensington Secondary School’s (SS) ethos is to prepare our young people for life beyond school. We pride ourselves in being able to provide quality education to all our students in an environment that is welcoming, supportive and challenging. We work with a clear purpose to provide the best opportunities for young people with disabilities. Our programs are designed specifically to meet the individual needs of all students and to attain the best possible outcomes that prepare our young people for life beyond school. Find out more about our school by visiting our Facebook page or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for the implementation of processes that increase non-attending and disengaged students’ participation and engagement in educational programs. They will ideally have a friendly, positive, and caring attitude and possess the qualities to promote excellence within our school and to interact with parents, caregivers and the wider community. Liaising respectfully and positively, at all times, is an important aspect of the role, as you will frequently be required to respond to inquiries from community members and parents concerning attendance and engagement issues. The Student Engagement Support Officer should use well developed strategies and skills to deal with students, staff and families in a variety of situations. They will ideally have the skills required to implement a range of interventions, programs and initiatives that promote improved outcomes for students. The successful applicant should have highly developed interpersonal skills, good case management skills and be able to work well in a team environment as well as independently.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jarna Wright, Principal, on (08) 6436 8450 or emailing Jarna.Wright@education.wa.edu.au. During the school holidays, please contact Jarna Wright on 0457 05 1971.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
  • Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
  • Demonstrated good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1029869

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 May 2026

Position No. 00045127

Agency Department of Education