Program Coordinator – Innovations and Industry
This is a 23 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency
Newman Senior High School (SHS) is located at the heart of a vibrant, multicultural and highly connected Pilbara community. Newman offers the benefits of regional living within a welcoming community that is strongly supported by local organisations, industry and community groups. There is always something to be part of, with a wide range of community events, sporting opportunities and social activities throughout the year. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Pilbara offers exceptional opportunities for camping, four-wheel driving and exploring the region, while those who prefer quieter pursuits will also find active arts, crafts and community groups. It is a place where people can quickly build connections, become involved and feel part of the community.
At Newman SHS, you will join a committed team that is already achieving positive outcomes for students. Our priority is to sustain this success and continue to improve student achievement, engagement and pathways. The school is well resourced and has strong foundations, including the NEWMANWAY for Quality Teaching, an established pastoral care approach and a strategic focus on Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) that connects classroom learning with the opportunities, industries and future pathways available within the Pilbara. These are underpinned by our values of Care and Compassion, Respect and Responsibility, which shape both our teaching and the way we work with students. Established partnerships with families, local industry and community organisations provide valuable opportunities that extend student learning and pathways beyond the classroom.
Newman SHS is entering an exciting phase of growth, with expanding programs and leadership capacity across the school. As we grow, our focus is on strengthening consistency, further embedding key initiatives and ensuring our structures and systems support staff and students to thrive.
Find out more about Newman SHS visiting www.newmanshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As Program Coordinator – Innovations and Industry, you will be a conscientious, flexible and innovative educator and a leader committed to the development of the whole student. You will be actively involved within the school and wider community, highly reflective in your practice and committed to evidence-informed decision-making and differentiated approaches that respond to the needs, strengths and aspirations of individual students.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a significant initiative established through the Pilbara Education Partnership. The Innovations and Industry program aims to develop clear and meaningful pathways for all students, improve their engagement with workplaces and prepare young people for a changing world of work. The program supports students to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to connect effectively with their communities and transition successfully into employment, further education or training.
A key focus of the role will be embedding a whole-school career development culture and overseeing the continued development of Individual Pathway Plans for students across Years 7–12. The successful applicant will work closely with students, families and school staff to ensure that pathways reflect each student’s interests, strengths and aspirations.
The Program Coordinator will continue to expand workplace learning and training opportunities for students, including work experience, school-based traineeships and apprenticeships. They will build awareness among local businesses and industry of the benefits of engaging with young people through these programs and strengthen the number of students successfully transitioning from school into employment, further education or training.
The role will strengthen partnerships with employers, industry, TAFE, Registered Training Organisations, agencies and community organisations. It will also support the school’s partnership with the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE), oversee the continued development of the school-based traineeship program and provide strategic and operational oversight of the Trade Training Centre.
An in-depth understanding of vocational education and training in schools would be an advantage, as oversight of senior school pathways and post-school options is a significant component of the role. The successful applicant will also be responsible for meeting Pilbara Education Partnership contractual deliverables, including quarterly, biannual and annual reporting requirements, monitoring the partnership budget and evaluating the impact of program activities.
Read more about the Pilbara Education Partnership here.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $9 299 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Air-conditioning subsidy
- Additional travel allowances
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Danielle Sherlock, Principal on (08) 9175 8100 or emailing danielle.sherlock@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Danielle Sherlock, Principal on 0438 957 079 or emailing danielle.sherlock@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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning practices and the ability to apply evidenced based practices to the Strategy’s objectives.
- Demonstrated highly developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Demonstrated extensive skills and experience in the development and implementation of programs, strategies and approaches across the Strategy’s objectives at a school, region or system level.
- Demonstrated well developed communication and presentation skills, including experience in data management and preparing reports.
- Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership, deal effectively with change, and generate and apply innovative solutions across the Strategy’s objectives.
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/SA1063782
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, 16 October 2026