Student Support Officer – Part Time

Job Description - Student Support Officer – Part Time (0.2 FTE) – Temporary - ACIP - Chalmers Road School (0000B5AD) Student Support Officer – Part Time (0.2 FTE) – Temporary - ACIP - Chalmers Road School - 0000B5AD Location Sydney Region Advertisement Number A Number of Positions 1 Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $74,428.00 - $109,127.00 per annum (pro‑rata for part time roles). The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading. School Name Chalmers Road School FTE 0.200 Contact Phone number Contact School Admin - Closing Date 18-Dec-2025, 5:00:00 AM Job Category School Support Staff Organisation School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world‑class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non‑government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. About the Role Student Support Officers work within the school community to enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes in partnership with the wellbeing team and the school counselling service. They provide individual and targeted wellbeing support and whole‑of‑school wellbeing initiatives and programs that are evidence‑based. They have a pivotal role in working collaboratively with external agencies and creating referral pathways for students and families to child and family support agencies. Essential Requirements A completed diploma or higher qualification in social work, youth work, welfare or related discipline must be attached along with your application Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal education policies Valid and current Working With Children Check (WWCC) Click here for the role description Talent Pool A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 18 months. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles. This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career. School Overview Chalmers Road School delivers differentiated educational programs for students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities from Kindergarten to Year 12. A number of students have additional learning needs such as physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex health and behavioural needs. Currently there are 80 students enrolled at Chalmers Road School across 12 classes, with approximately 90% of families having an English as an Additional Language or Dialect. In 2026, the school will increase enrolment to 85 students across 13 classes. Every student is supported through a Personalised Learning and Support Plan (PLSP) designed to meet their individual needs and secondary students access Life Skills outcomes and syllabus to prepare them for successful post‑school pathways. Chalmers Road School adopts a multi‑disciplinary team approach that includes access to the school’s therapy team and external treating teams. Using the NSW Department of Education’s Care Continuum, interventions are triaged to ensure that resources are allocated in an equitable way, leading to the best outcomes for all students. Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) underpins the school’s approach to explicitly teaching students to be safe, respectful and caring learners. All staff model and reinforce student behaviour expectations, with a focus on effective communication, social interactions and self‑regulation. Strong links with the school and wider community support student success through varied learning experiences and financial support. The Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) work closely with the school executive to ensure valued collaboration between the school and community. Parent voice is strongly encouraged and represented in operational decisions. Special Notes This is an above centrally identified temporary position established through school funds. The successful candidate’s duration of appointment to this position will be subject to the continuity of funding, the requirement of the position and the needs of the school. About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high‑quality public education to two‑thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit in either Word or PDF format: A cover letter (max 2 pages) – demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and professional experience meet the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description A current resume (max 5 pages) – including name, phone number/s and email for two professional referees Copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts Note: all documents relating to your application including qualifications and academic transcripts are required to be submitted online via iworkfor.nsw. No paper based, email or late applications will be accepted. We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr