This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP

The Public Schools Planning directorate operates as part of the Strategy and Policy division and is responsible for planning the future delivery of public schooling throughout the state, including the design, location and delivery of schooling and programs. The directorate undertakes research and provides advice to senior leaders on Department and school, regional and system-wide issues to support and inform decision making. It has responsibility for ensuring that the configuration of the delivery of schooling across the state best meets the educational needs of students.

Public Schools Planning has a lead role in the development and coordination of strategic advice to inform the design, location and delivery of future public schooling. Public Schools Planning supports the implementation of statewide policies, initiatives and strategies that impact public school planning, including the Configuration of the School Day and the  Enrolment in Public Schools policy and procedures.

The Role

The Manager leads and manages the planning and effective integration of emerging whole-of government reform priorities, initiatives and strategies that impact long-term school planning. They facilitate the development, monitoring and review of key system-level initiatives that support the delivery of schooling across areas to best meet the evolving and emerging education needs of students.

If successful, you will provide expert advice regarding evolving or emerging issues to facilitate executive

decision-making and support the achievement of organisational and broader government objectives. You will be responsible for evaluating the broader political, economic, social and technical environment to ensure appropriate research and data is available to develop long-term planning options.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home and flexible working hours.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Bope, Assistant Executive Director, Public Schools Planning on (08) 9264 4275 or by emailing rebecca.bope@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Implements and manages strategy

• translates strategy into operational goals and creates a shared sense of purpose within the business unit
• engages others in the strategic direction of the work area, encourages their contribution, and communicates expected outcomes
• considers the ramifications of a wide range of issues, anticipates priorities and develops long term plans for the work area
• understands objective, critical analysis and distils the core issues.

2.  Achieves results

• evaluates ongoing project and program performance and identifies critical success factors
• establishes clear plans and timeframes for project implementation and outlines specific activities
• strives to achieve and encourages others to do the same
• monitors progress and identifies risks that may impact outcome and adjusts plans as required.

3.  Builds productive relationships

• builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally
• recognises shared agendas and works toward mutually beneficial outcomes
• brings people together and encourages input from key stakeholders.

4. Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness

• acts professionally and impartially at all times and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and public policy constraints.
• takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work and commits energy and drive to see that goals are achieved.
• persists and focuses on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances.

5. Communicates and influences effectively

• confidently presents information in a clear, concise and articulate manner and translates information for others.
• approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, having prepared well in advance.
• anticipates the position of the other party and adapts approach accordingly.
• encourages the support of relevant stakeholders.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1063184 

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 4 September 2026