This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

Roseworth Education Support Centre is a specialist primary school committed to providing safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for students with disability. We value collaboration, innovation and evidence-informed practice, and offer a supportive leadership team dedicated to continuous improvement and positive outcomes for students and families.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and student wellbeing and have the expertise to lead student services within a specialist setting, we encourage you to apply.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.roseworthesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

This position provides an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate student services within a specialist primary education support setting, supporting students with disability to achieve positive educational, social and wellbeing outcomes.

As a key member of the leadership team, the successful applicant will work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to ensure students receive high quality, inclusive and individualised support aligned with Department of Education priorities and expectations.

The Program Coordinator – Student Services provides strategic and operational leadership in student wellbeing, attendance, behaviour support, case management and interagency collaboration. The role focuses on building staff capability, strengthening inclusive practices and ensuring compliance with Department of Education policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities may include:

Student Services Leadership

• Lead whole-school approaches to wellbeing, inclusion, engagement and behaviour support.
• Support continuous improvement in student services practices across the school.

Case Management

• Coordinate case conferences, individual planning processes and multidisciplinary supports.
• Oversee the development and review of individual plans, risk management plans and support documentation.

Behaviour Support

• Support staff to implement evidence-based behaviour support practices.
• Provide guidance aligned with Positive Behaviour Support and Department of Education policy.

Attendance and Engagement

• Monitor attendance and engagement data.
• Implement early intervention strategies and work collaboratively with families to improve student attendance.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure student services documentation meets Department of Education requirements.
• Monitor processes relating to safety plans, Individual Behaviour Plans, attendance procedures and reporting.

Staff Support and Development

• Provide coaching, mentoring and professional learning for staff.
• Build staff capability in behaviour support, wellbeing and student services practices.

Interagency Collaboration

• Liaise with families and external agencies, including NDIS providers, CAMHS and Child Protection and Family Support services.
• Coordinate wrap-around supports for students with complex needs.

Data-Informed Practice

• Analyse student data to identify trends, risks and priorities for intervention.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and programs to inform decision-making.

Operational Leadership

• Contribute to whole-school planning, operational processes and strategic initiatives as a member of the leadership 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 Peta Austen, Deputy Principal on (08) 9338 2580 or peta.austen@education.wa.edu.au

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 two (2) 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. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  2. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  3. 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).

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

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: SS/SA1071270

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, 13 November 2026