Workplace Transition Support Officer

Workplace Transition Support Officer

Branch: Warnbro Community High 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 - Part Time

FTE: 0.8

Location: Warnbro

Closing Date: 2025-11-17 4:30 PM

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026

Situated 50 km south of Perth, Warnbro Community High School (WCHS) is located in the beach-side communities of Warnbro and Port Kennedy. WCHS provides a nurturing learning environment that takes a holistic approach to the growth and development of our students. The WCHS community works together to develop students with strong aspirations and a self-belief in achieving success now and in the future. We are focused on improving student outcomes through meeting students at their point of need.

Our school motto is 'I am because we are' as it epitomises the concept that the individual cannot exist without the community they live in - each individual is interdependent on the other. Our school fosters a cooperative and supportive environment for both students and staff. We work with parents to encourage students to develop a sense of awareness about their own responsibilities as members of the school and the broader community.

Find out more about our school by visiting warnbro.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

WCHS is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Workplace Transition Support Officer to join our dynamic team. The successful applicant will support the operations of the Workplace Learning Program, assisting in planning programs for individuals or groups to develop life skills and promote positive development.

You will evaluate enrolment and completion data and provide reports to the School Administration team, as well as researching and identifying pathways for employment or activities other than employment. Assisting in locating appropriate industry placements/activity providers for students and conduct site checks and meetings with prospective employers is an important part of the role. You will liaise with employers and relevant workers on duty of care requirements and provide information to parents and staff on the Workplace Learning Program.

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 Carol Durant, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9528 9400 or emailing Carol.Durant@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 (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) to five (5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating suitable programs for students acquiring life 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 sound organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and identify priorities.
  • Demonstrated initiative and sound problem solving skills, including the ability to identify appropriate solutions.

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/SS1003904

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, 17 November 2025