This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Lead Inclusion. Build Capacity. Make a Difference. 

Kelmscott Senior High School (SHS) is ideally seeking an outstanding educator and leader to take on the role of Program Coordinator - Access and Inclusion.

A hallmark of Kelmscott SHS is the strong positive engagement between staff, students and the community. Our shared goal is to inspire students reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential reflected in every classroom. Kelmscott SHS has a proud reputation of promoting students to be active citizens at the local, state, national and international levels Join us and be part of a school where innovation, diversity, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. 

At Kelmscott SHS, staff and students work together to achieve academic, social, and emotional excellence. We are a proud Independent Public School offering Specialist Programs in Agriculture, Music, and Gifted and Talented, plus Academic Extension Programs in Mathematics, Science, English, and HASS. Our multicultural community is celebrated, and our students are encouraged to be active citizens locally, nationally, and globally. 

Find out more about our school by visiting Kelmscott Senior High School or Schools Online. 

The Role

The Program Coordinator, Access and Inclusion should provide strategic leadership across the school’s inclusion, learning support, disability and intervention programs. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the successful applicant would lead a coordinated whole-school approach that promotes inclusion, belonging and high expectations for students with diverse learning needs. They will ideally develop the capability of Teachers, Education Assistants and Support Staff to implement evidence-based inclusive practices that strengthen students’ access, participation, engagement and achievement. 

Working collaboratively with Students, Families, Teachers, Student Services, School Leaders and external agencies, the Program Coordinator would oversee student identification, case management, inclusive education planning and the monitoring of student progress. The successful applicant should use student data and contemporary educational practice to guide targeted support, evaluate the impact of interventions and contribute to continuous school improvement. The role includes leadership and line management of the Education Support team and may include a teaching load of up to 0.4 FTE, determined by qualifications, experience and operational requirements.  

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Coordinate NCCD data collection, SEN reporting, Disability Resourcing applications and associated documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with Department of Education requirements. 
• Lead the development, implementation and review of Individual Education Plans, Student Support Strategies, medical plans, Child Protection and Family Support plans. 
• Coordinate reasonable adjustments, assessment accommodations and supporting evidence for eligible students. 
• Manage the transition of students with identified additional needs from primary to secondary school, working closely with families, schools and specialist services. 
• Lead EALD processes, including progress mapping, data collection, support planning and professional learning for staff. 
• Oversee the workforce planning, deployment, professional growth and collaborative practice of the Education Support team. 

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

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 Jacquie Sandhu, Deputy Principal on (08) 9495 7400 or emailing Jacquie.Sandhu@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Jacquie Sandhu by emailing Jacquie.Sandhu@education.wa.edu.au.

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

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools 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.
• hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• 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.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined 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 (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) 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
  • Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  • High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  • Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.

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: IPS/SA1064070

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 9 October 2026