Education Officer
SEDA College WA is an Independent Secondary School and provider of the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). At SEDA College WA we believe that student success is achieved through educational experiences that challenge and inform our students’ perspectives on the world. We aim to bring out the best in our students by focussing on key elements that define our unique approach.
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These beliefs are underpinned by an educational philosophy that is based on the principles of applied learning and our Colleges’ core values (Growth, Resilience, Empathy, Accountability and Teamwork).
Our philosophy commits us to developing students who are:
- Passionate about reaching their personal and professional potential.
- Proactive and resilient in both their personal and public lives.
- Productive and compassionate contributors to the wellbeing of their community.
- Professional and collaborative in the workplace.
SEDA College WA has an opportunity for an experienced and motivated Education Officer to join our team on a full-time, 12-month parental leave contract with the possibility of extension, commencing on 7 June 2022. Your trustworthy and forward-thinking nature will be responsible for the entry, reporting and evaluation, or data relating to the student educational program and achievement. The role will include accurate data entry processes according to the requirements and scheduled set out by the Authority and governing bodies, including the use and management of systems such as SIRS, SIS, SRMS, RTP etc. The preparation of key documentation and the accurate management of the student databases and systems relating to the academic achievement is an essential part of the College function. Please refer to Position Description for further details.
Now let's talk about you.
You will be joining SEDA College WA as a pivotal part of a dedicated and successful team. This is an important role, so it goes without saying that you have experience with authority and governing body systems and platforms, demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of Workplace Learning programs and demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience with the school systems including SIRS, SIS and STP. The role also requires a high level of understanding of Microsoft Office products, demonstrated keyboarding and computer skills, including knowledge of databases spreadsheets and word processing, along with a current Working With Children Card. An application for a working with children check can be made upon successful appointment. In addition, as per the State Government mandate, the successful appointment will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.
You will have demonstrated strong organisational skills including planning and time management with an ability to prioritise and manage workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances. You will have strong interpersonal and well-developed verbal and written communication skills combined with a positive attitude as you will be a role model for our SEDA College WA core values.
In return, we will reward you with a competitive salary (above the Department of Education (School Support Officers) CSA General Agreement), genuine career growth opportunities and flexibility, a relaxed and inclusive work culture, working with a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate, energetic and positive about making a valuable contribution to the lives of students.
If you are inspired by the prospect of being a part of something bigger and you want your contribution to matter, apply for this position now by submitting a covering letter and a current resume directly to Recruitment@seda.wa.edu.au by no later than Monday, 25 April 2022. In your covering letter, please address the skills and experience selection criteria in the Job Description in no more than two pages.
Conditions of engagement including probation and character checks (including police records check and Working with Children Check) will apply to this position. All Applicants need to satisfy the key selection criteria outlined in the SEDA College WA position description and may be required to complete a fit and proper person declaration form’ to be eligible for engagement.
SEDA College WA strongly welcomes applications from our diverse Australian community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. All employment decisions are based on merit and we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SEDA College WA has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.