About Studio Schools of Australia Ltd
Studio Schools of Australia (SSA) was established in 2019 to bring about a “system” level change in secondary education for Indigenous students in remote communities across northern Australia. This “system level” reform is based on well-established evidence of what works for Indigenous students, their families and communities, in a scalable, proven work-related model of education introduced at the Yiramalay / Wesley Studio School in the Kimberley, Western Australia, in 2010.
SSA’s mission is to enable Indigenous students to lead their own advancement and to take a valuable and meaningful place in their own communities and within Australia.
SSA is committed to being a child safe environment, and we actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students. All staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.
Overview
The Program Activities Coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality program of events, experiences, and activities that enhance the residential boarding experience for students. In collaboration with others, this includes building relationships with local organisations to facilitate engagement in activities, as well as coordinating staffing, transport, and risk management to ensure all programs are delivered safely and effectively.
The activities program will focus on personal growth, health and wellbeing, leadership, resilience, community engagement, teamwork, and enjoyment. Activities may include on-country excursions, horse riding, sports training and competitions, games or trivia nights, house challenges, and leadership initiatives.
The Program Activities Coordinator typically works after school hours, evenings, and weekends, as determined by operational needs in collaboration with the Wellbeing Services Coordinator. This position reports to the Principal and works closely with the broader staff team.
Operational Responsibilities
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Design and implement a residential activities program focused on enhancing the physical and emotional wellbeing of students during afternoons, evenings, and weekends
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Build and maintain strong relationships with staff to ensure effective communication of the program, while ensuring a balanced offering informed by feedback from students and leadership
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Ensure all activities comply with relevant school policies and procedures, with a focus on health, safety, and risk management, to provide a safe and supervised environment
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Embed the principles of the Learning Framework into all aspects of the activities program
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Support the school’s on-country, experiential approach to learning and curriculum delivery
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Share relevant insights with teaching staff regarding student engagement and development for inclusion in school reports
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Use communication platforms effectively to keep students and staff informed of upcoming activities
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Collaborate with administrative staff where appropriate
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Undertake additional responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the School Leadership Team
Skills and Capabilities
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Strong understanding of and respect for Aboriginal culture, with experience working with Aboriginal students and communities
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Proven ability to lead engaging outdoor, recreational, or sports-based activities for young people
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Empathy, maturity, and the ability to serve as a positive role model for adolescents living away from home
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, including confidence in group facilitation
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Competence in administration and use of technology to support planning and communication
Desirable
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Possession of a manual driver’s licence and experience with 4WD vehicles, or a willingness to undertake accredited training
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Current First Aid certification, or a willingness to obtain it through an accredited course
Employment
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia in accordance with immigration regulations. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
A current Western Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a National Police Check (NPC) are mandatory requirements for this role.
All appointments at Studio Schools of Australia are subject to child protection laws and rigorous pre-employment screening processes.
Commencement date is 22 July (start of term 3).