Learning And Wellbeing Advisor

Description:

For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in your application letter that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.

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.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

The Student Support and Specialist Programs directorate is responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of state-wide services and specialist services and specialist programs to support student engagement and opportunities including Arts, Sport, Community Languages and International Programs.

The teams in Delivery Support and Child Wellbeing and Mental Health Services focus on the delivery of student support services including support for students in the areas of disability, mental health and wellbeing, complex needs, as well as behaviour and attendance.

The Assisted School Travel Program provides transportation services for students with additional needs from home to school and back to ensure all students are able to access education in NSW public schools.

Student opportunities across all areas are enhanced through partnerships with industry specialists and stakeholders.

The Learning and Wellbeing Advisor coordinates and delivers responsive services, programs and initiatives supporting learning and wellbeing, child protection and engagement for a diverse range of students, including Aboriginal students, students with disability and/or additional learning and support needs, including behaviour and those at risk of disengaging.