Canberra Girls’ Grammar School Hiring for Defence School Mentor Job at Canberra Full Time

Defence School Mentor

Applications for this position close: 9.00am, Monday 6 September 2021
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Part-time role (20-25 hours per week), during student term time
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Professional, friendly and supportive environment

Who we are

Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS) is an independent non-selective Anglican school with an enrolment

of approximately 1,400 students. The School has a strong reputation as a leader in the education of children

and young women. In our Junior Primary years (ELC to Year 3), there is a commitment to the education of

both boys and girls and a focus on the explicit teaching of foundation skills in literacy and numeracy.

Our intent is to develop young citizens that are well-educated and who insist on living ethically and

purposely. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated, supportive and innovative team in a School committed

to excellence.

The Role

The Defence School Mentor (DSM) is responsible for providing information and support for children of

Defence members and families to ease the impact of mobility and service related parental absence. The

DSM will also develop a range of activities to engage the children of Defence, and provide assistance with

organisation, the completion of school work and engagement in other school related activities.

Working across both the Senior and Junior School Campuses, the role will have a specific focus on

supporting students in the junior years. Responsible to the Executive Director (Operations) for everyday

activities, the DSM will also have reporting requirements and liaison responsibility with the Defence ACT/

NSW Education Liaison Officer.

This is a part-time contract position for 2022 for approximately 20 to 25 hours per week during student term

time. The work pattern will be discussed with the successful applicant.

It will be an advantage if you can demonstrate:
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Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
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Energetic, forward thinking and a willingness to take initiative
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Experience in or with the Defence Forces would be beneficial

Applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Vulnerable People check prior to commencing

employment.

Applications

Further information, including the position description can be found on the School’s website

https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/.

Applications should be made via the online application form on the Employment page of our website

https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/. Applications should include a current resume and short cover letter.

Please ensure you upload your documents as PDF files. Queries regarding this position should be directed

via email to [email protected]. Please note that applications cannot be accepted via the

employment email address.