This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025, with possible extension
The Armadale Full Service School (FSS) program, coordinated by Armadale Senior High School (SHS), aims to enhance educational and social outcomes for children and young people while they remain enrolled, and case managed by their school. The program addresses complex needs by providing access to targeted support in areas such as mental health, social services, parenting, life skills training, and specialist health services.
The FSS team is dedicated to supporting young people who may be at risk by connecting them with government and non-government services to help meet their basic and educational needs.
By offering early intervention services, the FSS strengthens the connection between schools and their communities. Located on the Armadale SHS campus, the program supports the following local schools in improving student attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.
Find out more about our school by visiting ashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a Program Coordinator, you will work collaboratively with the FSS Governance Group, which includes the principals of the five schools serviced by the program, to set, implement and promote the vision and strategic plan of the FSS. You will lead the FSS Management Group and the FSS staff (Social Worker, Student Support Officer, Education Assistant, School Psychologist and Administrative Officer) in the guidance and provision of services to students of the five schools. In doing so, you will be responsible for developing a shared a vision for success which encourages staff, volunteers, and community members to share ownership of the FSS vision and goals.
Using your knowledge of effective change management strategies, you will lead the FSS in developing opportunities for improved service. You will facilitate workforce effectiveness and provide a role model for self-development to improve professional performance. In collaboration with the FSS Governance and Management Groups you will lead the development of the FSS strategic planning, operational planning, policy development, and establishing and maintaining systems and processes to support these.
As Program Coordinator for the FSS, you will lead and manage areas of responsibility to deliver success for the targeted groups. These include supporting vulnerable young people with complex needs, improving school and community relationships for the young people involved, management of student behaviour and well-being, student attendance, and student case management. The Program Coordinator will build and maintain strong relationships with the five schools to provide support and services to students and families in the Kelmscott/Armadale/Byford area.
We are looking for applicants who can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to all clients. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, including the ability to identify, establish, build and maintain positive relationships and partnerships with staff, young people, schools and external agencies, and the wider community. They will be able to exhibit the ability to evaluate programs and processes, analyse relevant performance data, and develop strategic plans and policies to achieve optimum outcomes.
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 Shane Easton, Principal on (08) 9497 6400 or Shane.Easton@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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 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 four (4) 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/SA950944
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 Monday, 17 March 2025
