Senior Student Success Coach and Pilot Team Leader, Western Sydney University, The College
Full-Time Fixed-Term Position until 30 June 2025
Based at The College’s Nirimba Campus (Blacktown)
$116,862 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation + Leave Loading
About Us
The College is a passionate, vibrant workplace dedicated to changing students' lives through education. Like our parent institution (Western Sydney University), The College is committed to the goal of providing greater equity in, and access to, tertiary education. The College provides pathways to University through English Language Programs, University Undergraduate Preparation Programs, Diploma Programs, and continuing professional development programs.
The Opportunity
Are you ready to lead and innovate in the realm of student success? The College is looking for a dedicated Senior Student Success Coach and Pilot Team Leader to drive the implementation of their cutting-edge Student Success Framework as part of Destination College. This role is pivotal in integrating pastoral care, career development, and academic support to create a seamless and supportive environment for our students.
As the Senior Student Success Coach and Pilot Team Leader, you will lead and guide a team of dedicated Student Success Coaches, manage the overall coaching function, and collaborate with academic leaders to enhance student retention and success. You will be responsible for contributing to the development and implementation of evidence-based coaching strategies, engaging with students at risk, and driving initiatives to support their academic and personal growth. Your role will also involve resolving complex student-related issues, advocating for students, and preparing comprehensive project reports for senior staff.
This is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2025, based at The College’s Nirimba Campus (Blacktown), although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information.
About You
You are a qualified professional with a postgraduate degree and extensive experience in student success and coaching within the tertiary education sector. Your deep understanding of student engagement and career management principles, especially for diverse and underrepresented populations, sets you apart. With significant leadership experience, you excel in mentoring, training, and implementing large-scale initiatives to boost student outcomes. Your analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities allow you to develop innovative solutions and handle sensitive matters with discretion and initiative.
If you are committed to transforming the student experience and driving innovative educational practices, we want you on our team!
Working with Children Check
As the College provides education opportunities to a range of ages including under 18 years olds, it is a prerequisite to have/gain WWC clearance. It is a mandatory requirement to obtain and maintain a “NSW Working with Children Check Clearance” to work at The College.
Benefits of Joining Us
We offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions will make a difference! Joining our team comes with a range of benefits:
- 35 hour work week with remote working options of up to 2 days per week.
- Generous leave entitlements including 5 weeks of annual leave per year.
- Comprehensive health insurance plans and fitness facilities.
Remuneration Package: Professional Staff Level 7 $116,862 p.a. (comprising Salary of $102,802 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading) in accordance with the College Enterprise Agreement.
Position Enquiries:
Please direct enquires about the role to Dr Kathy Gooch, Director, Support Services via email at k.gooch@westernsydney.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries:
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date:
8:30pm, Tuesday 15 October 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
If you require assistance in using the System, please email recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au or phone the Recruitment Helpline on (02) 9852 5422. Please note, we do not accept applications for roles to the recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au email.
