Linda Phillips
East Fremantle,WA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at the Department of Education, adept at fostering student success and building industry partnerships. Excelled in streamlining VET programs and workplace learning, demonstrating exceptional rapport-building and data management skills. Passionate about enhancing educational pathways and providing student opportunities to develop skillsets and experiences for future employment, showcasing a commitment to positive outcomes and efficient process execution.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
VET/Workplace Learning Support Officer
Education Department/Shenton College
Shenton Park, Western Australia
02.2022 - Current
- Support the establishment and operations of the Authority-developed Endorsed Workplace Learning (ADWPL) placements, and Vocational Education and Training (VET) Programs.
- Locate appropriate industry placement sites for students, undertake the quality assurance process, and monitor the students' progress within the workplace in accordance with the Department of Education's (DoE) Workplace Learning for Public Schools Procedures and Guidelines. Establish positive relationships to build industry bonds, assess employer requirements, and implement the work placement to the mutual benefit of both the employer and the College.
- Responsible for ADWPL and work readiness induction for students, including preparation and delivery.
- Facilitate, prepare, and follow up on all correspondence for a large range of ADWPL/VET Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and auspice partners, and facilitate with these various providers to ensure all VET courses are compliant and accurate.
- Responsible for data maintenance and uploads into the Student Information Records System (SIRS) for the mandatory reporting of all student data to the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), meeting all SCSA's strict deadlines. Evaluation of VET/WPL enrollment and completion data, and providing reports for submission to senior management.
- Assist students' transition into viable post-school pathways through secondary graduation or out-of-school programs.
- Records Management
Level 3 Structured Workplace Learning Support Offi
Education Department/Byford Secondary College
Byford, Western Australia
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Support the establishment and operations of the Authority-developed Endorsed Workplace Learning (ADWPL) placements, and Vocational Education and Training (VET) Programs.
- Locate appropriate industry placement sites for students, undertake the quality assurance process, and monitor the students' progress within the workplace in accordance with the Department of Education's (DoE) Workplace Learning for Public Schools Procedures. Establish positive relationships to build industry bonds, assess employer requirements, and implement the work placement to the mutual benefit of both the employer and the College.
- Responsible for ADWPL and work readiness induction for students, including preparation and delivery.
- Facilitate, prepare, and follow up on all correspondence for a large range of ADWPL/VET Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and auspice partners, and facilitate with these various providers to ensure all VET courses are compliant and accurate.
- Responsible for data maintenance and uploads into the Student Information Records System (SIRS) for the mandatory reporting of all student data to the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), meeting all SCSA's strict deadlines. Evaluation of VET/WPL enrollment and completion data, and providing reports for submission to senior management.
- Assist students' transition into viable post-school pathways through secondary graduation or out-of-school programs.
- Records Management
Level 2 Administration Assistant
Education Department/Byford Secondary College
Byford, Western Australia
04.2015 - 04.2019
- Independently responsible for all areas of enrolments, including accurate and efficient collection and entry of enrolment data according to DoE policy and procedure.
- Maintaining a friendly and welcoming front desk, greeting staff, visitors, parents, and students.
- Billing and finance.
- Manage student attendance, health, safety, and well-being in accordance with the DoE Duty of Care Policy.
- Records management.
- Train and supervise administrative assistants.
Owner/Operator
Linda's Dog Grooming and Clipping
Byford, Western Australia
01.2008 - 12.2016
- Responsible for all aspects of operating and owning a small business.
Administrative Assistant/Lead Teacher
Armadale Community Family Centre
Armadale, Western Australia
01.2012 - 09.2014
- General administration duties
- Responsible for the preparation and delivery of art classes, playgroup and creche sessions.
Education
TAE40116 Certificate IV Training And Assessment -
Training Worx Pty Ltd
Perth, Western Australia01-2023
White Card -
WorkSafe WA
Western Australia01-2020
SmartMove Certificate -various -
WorkSafe Western Australia
Western Australia01-2019
WWCC No. 1163542 Exp 2027 -
Working With Children Check
Western Australia01-2015
Diploma in Art Studies -
Technical And Further Education - TAFE
Western Australia01-1988
'C'Class Drivers Licence No. 3303847 Exp 2029 -
Department of Transport
Western Australia01-1984
Diploma in Reception Studies -
Receptionist Services Training College
Perth, Western Australia01-1984
High School Diploma -
John Curtin Senior High School
Fremantle, Western Australia01-1983
Skills
- Committed to supporting positive student outcomes
- Excellent ability to build rapport and establish good working relationships with students, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Well-established ability to efficiently and accurately process a large amount of work while adhering to strict timelines
- Enjoy training colleagues who are now employed as DoE VET and WPL Support Officers; I continue to network and share information with them
- Committed to promoting the DoE ethos and purpose while maintaining a lasting, positive, and professional impression of the DoE with all key stakeholders
Affiliations
- I am fit and healthy and enjoy a wide range of physical activities, including competitive softball, stand up paddling, kayaking and sailing.
Timeline
VET/Workplace Learning Support Officer
Education Department/Shenton College
02.2022 - Current
Level 3 Structured Workplace Learning Support Offi
Education Department/Byford Secondary College
04.2019 - 01.2021
Level 2 Administration Assistant
Education Department/Byford Secondary College
04.2015 - 04.2019
Administrative Assistant/Lead Teacher
Armadale Community Family Centre
01.2012 - 09.2014
Owner/Operator
Linda's Dog Grooming and Clipping
01.2008 - 12.2016
TAE40116 Certificate IV Training And Assessment -
Training Worx Pty Ltd
White Card -
WorkSafe WA
SmartMove Certificate -various -
WorkSafe Western Australia
WWCC No. 1163542 Exp 2027 -
Working With Children Check
Diploma in Art Studies -
Technical And Further Education - TAFE
'C'Class Drivers Licence No. 3303847 Exp 2029 -
Department of Transport
Diploma in Reception Studies -
Receptionist Services Training College
High School Diploma -
John Curtin Senior High School
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