Defence School Mentor

Selection Criteria

Key selection criteria

These five criteria are written to assess applicants with experience in education, student wellbeing, youth work, Defence family support or related community roles, without requiring previous employment as a Defence School Mentor.

KSC 1 ¿ Student wellbeing and engagement

Demonstrated ability to build positive and supportive relationships with primary school-aged students, with an understanding of strategies that promote student wellbeing, engagement, resilience and a sense of belonging.

KSC 2 ¿ Communication and relationship building

Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, school staff and external support services.

KSC 3 ¿ Understanding of Defence families and student transitions

Knowledge of, or the capacity to develop an understanding of, the unique experiences and challenges faced by Australian Defence Force families, including deployment, relocation, family separation and school transitions, and the ability to provide appropriate support.

KSC 4 ¿ Program planning and organisation

Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging activities and initiatives that support student wellbeing, social connection, inclusion and participation within a school community.

KSC 5 ¿ Collaboration, professionalism and child safety

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a school team, exercise initiative and sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and professional boun…