Student Support Officer

We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Support Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Kensington Secondary School’s (SS) ethos is to prepare our young people for life beyond school.

We pride ourselves in being able to provide quality education to all our students in an environment that is welcoming, supportive and challenging. We work with a clear purpose to provide the best opportunities for young people with exceptional needs. Our programs are designed specifically to meet the individual needs of all students and to attain the best possible outcomes that prepare our young people for life beyond schooling.

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The Role

As the Student Support Officer, suitable applicants will assist in the coordination of the Student Support Program and in developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies, which provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff. Implementing strategies aimed at school engagement, positive behaviour and improved attendance and focuses on social and work related skills, will be highly regarded.

Understanding trauma informed practice and restorative justice principles, as well as maintaining high expectations of our students will be important, therefore experience utilising these practices is advantageous. Suitable applicants should be ab…