Workplace Learning and Vocational Education and Training Support Officer

Workplace Learning and Vocational Education and Training Support Officer

Branch: Ridge View Secondary College

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: Baldivis

Closing Date: 2025-11-24 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
• published jdf - 00042971 - workplace learning and vocational education and training (vet) support officer - ridge view sc - min l3 - oct 2022.pdf

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

At Ridge View Secondary College (SC), quality teaching and learning outcomes are at the forefront of all decision-making. All physical, human and financial resources have been prioritised to achieve the best outcomes for students. Through the high expectations and standards for teaching, students of all interests and abilities are guided towards their individual goals and encouraged to explore their potential.

Find out more about our school by visiting Ridge View Secondary College Baldivis or Schools Online

The Role

Empowering Students. Building Futures.

Are you passionate about helping young people discover their potential and prepare for life beyond school? Ridge View SC is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Workplace Learning and Vocational Education and Training (VET) Support Officer to join our Senior Pathways team and make a real, lasting difference.

In this dynamic role, you would be at the heart of our College’s VET and Workplace Learning programs, supporting their development, coordination, and ongoing improvement as our school continues to grow. You will manage essential documentation, processes and program materials, ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of our VET and Workplace Learning pathways.

You will work closely with students to understand their strengths, interests and aspirations, helping them identify suitable pathways into training, employment or alternative activities that align with their goals in collaboration with the VET Coordinator. You will support the sourcing of quality industry placements that inspire confidence and set students up for success.

Focusing on connecting our school community with our local community, you will grow relationships with local employers, develop new partnerships, and strengthen existing ones. This will involve conducting site checks, supporting employer induction, and fostering networks that reflect the emerging needs of our local community. Your ability to communicate clearly, solve problems proactively and maintain trusted relationships with students, families and industry partners will be highly regarded to your success.

You will monitor student engagement and participation within the Workplace Learning Program, evaluate data trends and provide reporting to support school decision-making and the continuous improvement of the program. With Ridge View SC entering an exciting phase of growth, you would play a vital role in expanding engagement to students in lower secondary, enhancing participation in career-based incursion/excursions and celebrating student and staff success, contributing to our culture of VET being a positive and supportive pathway for students.

If you are motivated by shaping futures, building partnerships and supporting young people to thrive in the real world, this is the role for you.

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 Tracey Hughes, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9553 0700 or emailing Tracey.Hughes2@education.wa.edu.au

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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A statement of up to five (5) pages, addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of workplace learning outcomes and contexts with the ability to induct employers, staff and students on workplace learning procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and reporting on suitable programs for students in acquiring work skills and/or accessing recreational activities.
• Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, employers and parents.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to plan and coordinate activities.

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/SS982880

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 Monday, 24 November 2025