This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025
Coastal Lakes College (CLC) Mandurah, opened in 2019. It is a new and innovative college which includes an Inclusive Education Hub for students with moderate to severe and profound disabilities.
CLC has a strong STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) focus, working in an innovative partnership with its local primary schools. A commitment to the college’s emphasis on pastoral care and co-curricular programs such a Zones of Regulation and You Can Do It! Will be highly regarded, as well as active promotion of the college’s vision, motto and values within the college and the wider community.
At CLC we are a proud, inclusive college that strives to challenge and support every student to develop a ‘growth mindset’ as a learner and a person. A mindset where students are encouraged to imagine the possibilities, believe in themselves, inspire themselves and others with their effort and achieve their personal best. We believe the development of such a mindset provides a strong foundation for a bright and successful future.
Find out more about our school by visiting coastallakescollege.wa.edu.au or School Online
The Role
CLC is seeking a professional, flexible and enthusiastic Program Coordinator – Manager of Inclusive Education to join the school’s leadership team. As the Manager of Inclusive Education, you would be pivotal in assisting with the ongoing establishment of school culture and promotion of the college’s motto of Imagine, Believe, Inspire and Achieve.
CLC provides highly individualised programs to students with a full spectrum of disabilities, providing excellent educational opportunities within the context of an inclusive school with specialist facilities. In consultation with the Deputy Principal, the Program Coordinator – Manager of Inclusive Education will provide educational leadership in identified key areas in the development of the College; the development of a paraprofessional workforce supporting student needs; the development and promotion of inclusive educational practices across the whole school and the development of specialised teaching and learning practices including, but not limited to Ability Based Learning -Western Australia (ABLEWA) and endorsed programs such Award Schene Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN), Workplace Learning, Transition Planning and Vocational Education and Training (VET)
The successful applicant will ideally be a leader in an education support environment that caters for students with a wide range of special education needs including those with potentially severe and profound disabilities. Ideally, you will have extensive and contemporary professional knowledge of secondary special education programs, expertise in coordinating case management for students with complex medical and behavioural needs (including Special Education Needs students predominately based in a mainstream context) and the ability to produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans for the development of the college and its facilities. An important focus will be on working collaboratively with parents, staff and the local community and external service providers fostering effective partnerships focused on high quality education provided in a safe, caring and supportive learning environment. High level interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills are integral to this role.
Strategic Responsibilities and Expectations
As the Manager of Inclusion, you will ideally play a key role in assisting the School Executive Team in building and sustaining an inclusive culture across the College. You will ideally lead and implement innovative and contemporary learning support practices to facilitate successful outcomes for students in the I, that could also be implemented across the College for students with identified learning support needs. You will ideally work closely with the Deputy Principal of Inclusive Education and Alternative Pathways to strategically plan and deliver educational leadership that supports the achievement of the College’s vision, priorities and goals. You should value teamwork, collaboration and positive working relationships with students, colleagues and parents and model this through your leadership.
Operational Responsibilities and Expectations
As the Manager of Inclusions, you will liaise with Program Coordinator’s across the school to ensure adapted year level teaching and learning programs and assessments are embedded in options classes. You will ideally offer professional guidance to all Inclusive Education teachers, ensuring they are up to date with curriculum developments, high impact instruction and disability informed practice to support student learning and engagement.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Establishing and managing administrative and operational systems in the relevant areas of responsibility in the IE to ensure the effective operation of the Inclusive Education (IE) within DOE guidelines and policy
- Enhancing teaching and learning outcomes in the IE Program through; effective performance management, facilitating professional learning and leading the implementation of the College’s Teaching, Learning and Assessment Framework through a disability lens.
- Lead data informed practice and a culture of continuous improvement within the IE, building shared effort and commitment amongst staff to achieve this.
- Leading the Special Educational Needs (SEN) & Special Educational Needs (IEP) planning and review process for students in the IE. Engaging with School of Special Educational Needs: Disability (SSEN:D), Special Educational Needs (SSEN): Medical and Mental Health (MMH) and other supports available.
- Reviewing the Schools Disability Resourcing applications for students in the IE
- Leadership and support of teachers working with identified students requiring a significant level of differentiated educational delivery in the IE and mainstream options areas.
- Supporting and tracking the improvement of literacy and numeracy outcomes for students through suitable intervention and differentiation strategies within the classroom.
- The management of student behaviour and engagement as the Program Coordinator of the Individual Learning Plan (ILP).
- Engage with the school’s Respect Framework within the IE context
- As a school leader, the ability to embed a culture of professional leadership, trust, and ongoing improvement through active engagement with students, staff, parents, and the wider community will be highly regarded.
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 Michelle Reeves, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9583 2800 or emailing Michelle.D.Reeves@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Michelle Reeves, Deputy Principal, on 0423 131 404
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 (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
- A four (4) 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/SA962561
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 Thursday, 8 May 2025
