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 Literacy Learning and Support Officer

We create brighter futures for young people. When you work with us, you join this creation.

Evolving to meet the community need since 1988, Youth Futures is one of WA’s oldest and largest youth specialist organisations currently providing 30+ programs and services across three core streams: 

• Homelessness
• Education and Training
• Support and Wellbeing.

We believe that all young people matter, regardless of the circumstances they find themselves in. We empower young people to take control of their future by offering them the holistic support and opportunities they need to thrive.

Since 2001 we have been delivering appropriate education programs for disengaged and at-risk young people through our Anchor Point program and Youth Futures Community School.

The role:

We are seeking a full-time Literacy Learning and Support Officer support and engage with young people attending our Youth Futures Community School and Anchor Point programs across our Bayswater, Midland and Swan View sites.

Our schools are designed to re-engage and support students who have had difficulty attending mainstream education. Our goal is to ensure that students achieve relevant education certificates and possess the personal and social skills required to progress, be that TAFE, employment, training or an apprenticeship.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing individualised literacy and numeracy support to identified students across Youth Futures education services 
• Supporting initial diagnostic testing and development of programs tailored to student needs
• Developing and presenting individualised lessons using a variety of techniques relevant to the young people we work with 
• Monitoring student progress and advising on transition from the program as applicable
• Develop/source appropriate resources to assist students' learning outcomes
• Keeping relevant data including but not limited to:
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Attendance records
  • Session plans
  • Session outcomes
  • Student progress
  • Contribute to a monthly report including student attendance and number of sessions held

We are looking for someone who:

• Has the relevant knowledge and skills to tailor programs for disengaged young people.
• Has experience working with young people who have become disengaged from mainstream education and possess significant barriers preventing re-engagement.
• Can demonstrate their ability to engage and work with at-risk students who may present some challenging behaviours.
• Is passionate about re-engaging students through the fostering of positive and professional relationships.
• Is experienced in delivering curriculum support to students with low numeracy and literacy levels.
• Will ensure their practice is consistent with cultural, gender, developmental and other individual needs.
• Has highly developed communication skills.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Experience and expertise in the delivery of literacy and numeracy, including English language structure, skills development, and engagement and creation of text types
• Experience in and knowledge of contemporary and evidence -based teaching theories and methodologies to support the development of literacy and numeracy skills
• Valid National Police Clearance
• Valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) via Department of Education.
• Valid Working with Children's Check
• Current 'C' class WA driver's licence

Desirable qualifications and experience: 

• Relevant primary, secondary, adult education teaching qualification or education support qualification
• TAE40110/40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Previous experience delivering Certificates in General Education Adults (Introductory and CGEA1)
• Knowledge of education, training pathways, minimum school leaving requirements and alternative education programs
• Experience in working with ‘at risk’ young people.
• Qualification in Education, Youth Work, Social Work or other appropriate Community Services degree

About our values:

Young people come from all walks of life and so do we. What unites us is our purpose: “To be a united force of empowerment for young people marginalised by adversity and institutional discrimination".

Our values underpin everything we do. They guide our behaviour and foster a work environment that is supportive, inclusive, and empowering. While your experience and qualifications are essential to being successful in this role, alignment with our values is just as important.

Integrity – Say what we are going to do and do what we say. Progress with consideration and respect, aspiring to generate trust and confidence in all with whom we connect.

Empowerment – For individuals to be self-assured, responsible and represent theirs, and other’ interests with confidence and a sense of autonomy and authority.

Unity – There is power in the many, the collective. When we come together, connect and collaborate, good happens and no challenge, no barrier is insurmountable. 

Empathy – No one person is the same, nor their journey or aspirations. Only through active listening and engagement can one aspire to know the real individual. Only from a foundation of empathy can one contribute positively to another with relevant meaning and affect.

Vigour – Our determination and our passion is pervasive. Our energy and our enthusiasm is both compelling and infectious. With restless urgency we are driven and drive positive change.

If you believe you have the attributes required to be successful within our organisation, then join us in driving positive change.

Work Conditions:

• Monday - Friday 
• 8am - 4pm
• 4 weeks annual leave (During School Holidays)
• National Employment Standards
• Award Protection

The base rate for this position depending on qualifications and experience is $75,894 to $85,176 per annum, plus superannuation.

In addition to your remuneration, you will enjoy generous salary packaging benefits where you can package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum. 

How to apply

Please apply by clicking "apply now" and attach a brief cover letter and your resume. 

Youth Futures values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply (Supported training scholarships are available for certain positions). 

If you have any enquiries related to this position please contact us on 08 9300 2677.

www.youthfutures.com.au   

www.yfcschool.com.au   

Youth Futures is a Child Safe Organisation and champion child protection and safety.

Youth Futures and Youth Futures Community School are registered and compliant with the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission.