Marketing and Administrative Support Officer
An Exciting and Creative Marketing Opportunity – Central Victoria
We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Marketing and Administrative Support Officer to implement the school’s marketing and communication strategy and enhance engagement with our school and broader communities.
The Castlemaine Steiner School & Kindergarten (CSSK) sits on Dja Dja Wurrung country on 18 acres of beautiful bushland, approximately 5km from the township of Castlemaine. CSSK is a well established independent school offering a contemporary education founded on the teachings of Rudolf Steiner Education for children from Early Childhood to Class 8.
Reporting to the Principal, the Marketing and Administrative Support Officer plays a key role in engaging with our families, alumni and the broader community through online and other media and providing administrative support in the school administration office.
The key purpose of the role is to implement the school’s marketing and communications strategy through engaging with staff, students and parents at the school to curate stories relating to school activities and experiences to share on social media, newsletters, advertisements, news media and other internal and external communications media.
This involves managing the school’s social media engagement including liaising with staff, students and parents to create content and monitor online interactions; compiling and editing the parent newsletter; and other tasks in line with marketing and communications
This is a part time, 10 hours per week position that may be worked over 2-4 days.
For a full position description and details on how to apply click here.
For any further queries please contact: Nerrida Johnson, CSSK Principal principal@cssk.vic.edu.au 5479 2000.
Our highest ambition for our students is that they learn to tread life’s paths with courage, insight and an open heart, motivated by a sense of service, discernment and a love of learning and life.
Applications close 4pm Friday 15th March 2024.
Important attributes:
- An affinity with the values of Steiner education and the School, and a commitment
to ethical work practices and sustainability - High level of creativity to maximise engagement
- Experience in creating and managing content for social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn) including photography, graphic design, writing and copy-editing of visual and journalistic
editorials/articles/advertising for a range of digital and print media - Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Competency with using IT applications including Office and Creative Development software.
- Experience in working collaboratively in a team setting as well as the ability to work independently.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high quality outcomes.
Preferred attributes
- Sound knowledge of legal obligations relating to child safety and confidentiality
- First Aid Level 2
- Relevant office/reception experience
Requirements
- Valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Relevant marketing/communications or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of two recent professional references.
Student Wellbeing Worker
Make a difference in Child Wellbeing – Central Victoria
We are seeking an enthusiastic Wellbeing specialist to support the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development and wellbeing of our students.
The Castlemaine Steiner School & Kindergarten (CSSK) sits on Dja Dja Wurrung country on 18 acres of beautiful bushland, approximately 5km from the township of Castlemaine. CSSK is a well established independent school offering a contemporary education founded on the teachings of Rudolf Steiner Education for children from Early Childhood to Class 8.
Reporting to the Principal, the Student Wellbeing Support Worker will support student attendance, engagement and mental health; support teachers to enhance our pastoral care; provide referrals to specialist services as needed and develop targeted wellbeing programs and materials for use at the school.
This is a part time, 13 hours per week, fixed term position for three years with a salary is in line with award specification
For a full position description and details on how to apply click here.
For any further queries please contact: Nerrida Johnson, CSSK Principal principal@cssk.vic.edu.au 5479 2000.
Our highest ambition for our students is that they learn to tread life’s paths with courage, insight and an open heart, motivated by a sense of service, discernment and a love of learning and life.
Applications close 4pm Friday 15th March 2024.
Important attributes:
- Experience supporting the general wellbeing of students within a school community.
- Experience in providing assistance/support to improve student engagement and connectedness.
- Ability to foster a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Experience in delivering wellbeing assistance/support within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to operate within the school community and with external providers, including providing students with referrals to specialist services when required.
- Ability to support schools and teachers to identify and develop educational, social and emotional programs to support students.
- Willingness to work with a Steiner-education view of child development
Preferred attributes
- Familiarity with the principles and practices of Steiner Education.
- First Aid Level 2
Requirements
- Valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Professional Qualifications: Certificate IV equivalent
or higher qualification that includes competencies in mental health and making appropriate referrals, and
providing pastoral care or working with youth (see job description for list of suitable qualifications) - Minimum of two recent professional references.
Casual Relief Teachers
We are always on the lookout for Casual Relief Teachers. If you are interested in CRT work at the school, please email enquiries@cssk.vic.edu.au with your contact details, CV and a cover letter responding briefly to the following:
Important attributes:
- Authentic interest in Steiner education
- Flexible and caring approach to working with Primary and / or Secondary students under the guidance of Teacher.
- Willingness to be on call for short and/or advanced planned notice; please advise likely days available.
Preferred attributes
- Skills in movement, craft, musical instrument.
- Some knowledge of Anthroposophy or experience of Steiner Education.
Requirements
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Registered or Permission to Teach from the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
- Minimum of two recent education profession references.