This is a permanent full-time position commencing January 2027

Statewide Services provides the services and supports required by schools to enable student achievement, with a focus on those students and schools that need it most. It encompasses both school and system-facing service delivery. While it primarily exists to support schools, it also has an important system-facing role supporting strategy and policy development.

As part of the implementation of the Department’s new Strategic Plan, Our Plan for Public Education in Western Australia, we are expanding the remit of the former Leadership Institute to strengthen system leadership, coordination and oversight of professional learning programs. This more integrated and contemporary approach to professional learning further enables the Department's commitment to support and develop our people.

The Leadership, Learning and Development Directorate has the responsibility of ensuring the provision of high quality, system endorsed professional programs for our people for their ongoing development. The Directorate will provide strategic advice to senior leadership on high quality professional learning and coordinate and quality assure the delivery of professional learning, as part of broader system reform.

The Role

As a Senior Consultant, you will assist in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects, programs and initiatives to meet current and emerging needs. The initial focus of this role will be on supporting the on-going learning of aspiring, newly appointed and accomplished managers corporate services as well as contributing to the development and implementation of a range of professional learning and supports for school leaders.

The successful applicant will contribute to the development of system wide, initiatives, resources and professional learning to strengthen staff capability. You will also support the alignment and effective provision of policy, resources and services to improve student outcomes. Other key responsibilities include undertaking research, interpreting data, providing subject matter expertise and assisting in the preparation of reports, briefings and other documentation pertaining to Statewide Services.

Applicants with strong communication skills, an understanding of the role of the manager corporate services and experience in building capability of others are encouraged to apply. Within this role you will work within teams and across business units to ensure integrated services and support to schools and the Department.

Professional Benefits

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

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.

• 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) 

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 Shannon Pearce, Manager Leadership on (08) 9413 3337 or by emailing shannon.pearce2@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.

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 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:

1. Demonstrated highly developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships and integrate services both within and beyond the Department.
2. Demonstrated highly developed written communication, including experience in the preparation of reports, briefing and other documentation.
3. Demonstrated highly developed research, analytical and conceptual skills, including the ability to deal effectively with change and generate innovative solutions.

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

Please note that the panel will not assess information beyond the page limits outlined above, or additional attachments. 

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: DOE1071599

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 Monday, 23 November 2026