Student Engagement Officer Senior School

About the Role

Canterbury College is seeking a Student Engagement Officer (Senior School) to play a key role in shaping the daily experience of students across Years 7 to 12.

This is a highly visible position within the Senior School centred on student presence engagement and consistent follow-through of expectations. Working closely with Assistant Heads of Senior School and Heads of House the role supports a school environment where expectations are clear applied consistently and reinforced through strong professional relationships.

The position combines oversight of attendance student presentation and day-to-day conduct with a strong relational presence across the campus. It is well suited to someone who is confident working with young people values consistency and is motivated to contribute to a positive and well-ordered school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent presence across the Senior School particularly during arrival transitions and breaks
• Monitor and follow up student attendance including unexplained absences and late arrivals
• Support expectations for student presentation including uniform grooming and overall appearance
• Reinforce positive conduct and support smooth movement of students throughout the school day
• Administer and track detention and follow-through processes using TASS
• Work closely with Heads of House to identify and respond to patterns in student behaviour and engagement
• Liaise with families where required regarding attendance and presentation matters
• Support student conduct expectations on buses and in public settings
• Contribute to a culture in which students take pride in their participation in College life

About You
You bring confidence in working with young people in a secondary school setting and the ability to build rapport quickly and respectfully.

You demonstrate a calm consistent and professional approach to addressing day-to-day issues and apply expectations fairly and reliably.

You are highly organised attentive to detail and dependable in ensuring strong follow-through.

Experience in a school or youth-focused environment will be highly regarded.

About the College
Canterbury College is a leading coeducational Anglican school committed to nurturing confident compassionate and capable young people. The College places a strong emphasis on high expectations student engagement and a supportive community where every student is known and valued.

Employment Information

• Term time position plus the first two days of each term break
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) is required
• Applicants should be supportive of the Anglican ethos of the College

How to Apply
Addressed to the Principal Dan Walker applications should include a brief cover letter and resume outlining relevant experience