- Supporting the integration of new Defence students into the school environment.
- Supporting Defence students experiencing any social, emotional or academic challenges.
- Supporting Defence students experiencing the impacts of Defence-related parental absence and relocation.
- Directing students to school, Defence or external programs, services or opportunities that meet their support needs.
- Organising specific whole school events in the annual calendar to recognise and celebrate the service of the defence force in our country.
- Increasing the awareness and appreciation of the unique Defence lifestyle and associated challenges for students in schools and local communities.
Defence School Mentor - Canberra, Australia - ACT Government
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: Harrison School is seeking a dynamic, fun, student focused advocate to run our Defence Mentor programHarrison School is a Preschool to Year 10 school based in Gungahlin. We have a large defence community and are seeking to appoint a Defence School Mentor (DSM) who is passionate about the wellbeing of children and young adults as part of the Defence School Mentor Program (DSMP). This program, delivered in schools, is designed to provide practical assistance to Defence families and support the social and emotional wellbeing of Defence students within their schools.
The role provides specialised, on-site support to meet the needs of Defence students and their families within the school community. The successful applicant will support students from Kindergarten to Year 10 and their families.
The primary objectives include but are not limited to:
Current and former ADF members are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 maybe required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to -