Student Support Officer

Girrawheen Senior High School · Girrawheen, WA

Employment

Full time, Temporary

Subject

Wellbeing

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

19 October 2026

16 days remaining

Posted 2 Oct 2026

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About Girrawheen Senior High School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

55.8

37.3 teaching · 18.5 non-teaching

Students per teacher

12.3:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

458

Indigenous students

16%

Language other than English

43%

Girls vs boys

205 girls · 253 boys

45%
55%

Socio-educational background

Below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

At Girrawheen Senior High School (SHS), we are committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences that empower every student to achieve their potential. We believe in developing confident, capable, and community minded young people and provide a wide variety of academic, vocational, and leadership opportunities to support every student’s pathway to success.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognised through significant achievements. In 2022, Girrawheen SHS received the WA Education Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. In 2023 the school became a Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS) Lead School and continues to support high-quality teaching practices across Western Australia.

As a culturally diverse Independent Public School we foster strong relationships, maintain high expectations, and create an inclusive environment where every student is known, valued and supported. You will join a supportive and collaborative team committed to excellence, innovation, and making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

Find out more about our school by visiting girrawheenshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The Student Support Officer role is a youth work position, supporting students and running programs to meet the school’s identified needs. The Student Support Officer works collaboratively with the Student Services team to provide social and emotional learning support to students and encourage positive engagement in learning and ach…

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