Academic Adviser

Georges River Grammar (see more jobs from this school)

GEORGES HALL, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 21 October 2024


Academic Adviser (Senior School) Full Time - Permanent Georges River Grammar School is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Academic Adviser to assist enhancing students study skills and practices, with a focus on academic writing across the Secondary School.

<p><strong>About Georges River Grammar</strong></p><p>Georges River Grammar is a dynamic and supportive K-12 co-educational School that offers students varied opportunities for a holistic and engaging education that enables every GRG student to thrive, grow and prosper. We are committed to providing students with a safe and encouraging learning environment, whereby each student is known and supported throughout their own, unique learning journey. Located in Georges Hall, we are a caring learning community where the values of inclusion, compassion and justice take pride of place. GRG embraces non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all. </p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Senior Study Centre (Academic Culture), Academic Advisers are responsible for providing the best possible education for the students within the Senior Learning Centre. Working predominantly with Year 11 and 12 students, the position calls for a caring and approachable person who can encourage, develop, and nurture the growth of students in their care.</p><p>This position is open to accredited NSW Teachers and/or applicants with tertiary academic experience.</p><p>A full job description is available via the GRG website - <a href="https://grg.nsw.edu.au/about/working-at-grg/" rel="nofollow">https://grg.nsw.edu.au/about/working-at-grg/</a> </p><p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>A proactive ‘team player’ with the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff </li><li>A passionate, enthusiastic individual able to motivate students and staff</li><li>Recognition of the importance of personal reflection and lifelong learning </li><li>Exceptional communicator with high level interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work autonomously with a demonstrable capacity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders </li><li>Ability to prioritise work schedules by being self-directed and motivated </li><li>Good analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills </li><li>Ability to perform all tasks with attention to detail.</li></ul><p><strong>The successful candidate will be rewarded with </strong></p><ul><li>A strong focus on professional growth and development </li><li>Discounted School Fees</li><li>Onsite parking</li><li>An inclusive and collaborative approach</li><li>An engaging, creative, and welcoming environment to learners who take pride in their school.</li></ul><p><strong>How to apply  </strong></p><p>All applications are to be submitted to <a href="mailto:employment&#64;grg.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow">employment&#64;grg.nsw.edu.au</a> and should include:</p><ul><li>A cover letter</li><li>Curriculum Vitae</li><li>Copies of Academic Transcripts</li><li>Working with Children Check (please include your date of birth)</li><li>Name and contact details for two referees</li></ul><p>Please upload your application in one single PDF document.</p><p>Applications closing date is <strong>21 October 2024</strong>.</p><p>You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as the advertising closing date is indicative only. We reserve the right to close the advertisement prior to the nominated closing date.</p>