Senior Education Officer
Agency
Department of Communities
Salary
Specified Calling Level 2, $99, 678 - $109, 364 pa + Super - PSCSAA 2022
Location
Kimberley Region
Unit/Division
Community Services
Branch
Kimberley Region
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No.
014886
Closing Date
2023-06-14 4:00 PM
Position Title
Senior Education Officer
Branch
Kimberley Region
Location
Kimberley Region
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date
2023-06-14 4:00 PM
Salary
Specified Calling Level 2, $99, 678 - $109, 364 pa + Super - PSCSAA 2022
Agency
Department of Communities
Company Information
Description
About the Department
The Department of Communities is Western Australias major human services department that brings together vital services and functions that support individual, family and community wellbeing.This includes disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Join us and work in a role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children, families, individuals and communities throughout Western Australia.
Experience The Kimberley Region
The Kimberley Region is located in the far north of Western Australia. The region boasts a relaxed atmosphere with many lifestyle and recreational activities available, such as boating, fishing, chasing waterfalls and 4WDing.
It offers the perfect opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, so if you have an appreciation of Aboriginal culture and enjoy venturing through the amazing untouched scenery, this could be the job for you!
Working in the Kimberley Region attracts great benefits (subject to eligibility) including:
- Subsidised Housing (GROH)
- Relocation costs
- Generous Personal Leave Entitlements (15 Days per annum)
- Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
- 4 weeks Annual Leave plus 1 week North West Leave and 1 week Commuted TOIL accrued after 12 months
- Subsidised utilities (electricity, gas and water)
- Travel Concessions
- District Allowance
- 5% Annual Leave Loading
- 14 Weeks Maternity/Other Parent Leave
- Salary Packaging Remote Benefits
- Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees
- Regular training
The Opportunity
The Senior Education Officer Is Responsible To
- provide Education Services for children who come under the care of, or to the attention of the Department of Communities, with an emphasis on more complex cases
- develop and maintain education programs and supports to children, schools, carers and/or families
- consult and negotiate with internal and external education stakeholders as appropriate
- provide educational and social skill development to the child, family or caregiver where appropriate
- coordinate, implement and support education related Departmental projects and policy initiatives
- provide education case practice consultation and support to assigned Education Officers
You will need to have a completed Bachelors Degree in Education or relevant equivalent to meet the requirements for this position. All overseas qualifications must have been assessed for Australian Equivalency.
There is currently one [1] permanent position available for immediate filling. The successful applicant can be based in either Broome or Kununurra.
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.
Join the Department of Communities
Apply Online By Clicking The Apply For Job Button (above And Below) And Provide The Following Documents In Word Or PDF Format Only
- A current comprehensive resume/CV.
- A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
- A copy of your degree certificate as stated on the JDF
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Cheryl Dias. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments
- Application Form
- Information for Job Applicants
- JDF - Senior Education Officer - Level 2 (Specified Callings)
