Teacher Registration are seeking to establish a pool of Principal Investigators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2025 and up to the end of June 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
We have one (1) permanent full-time position available for immediate commencement.
The Teacher Registration Directorate comprises the Registration and Customer Services Branch, the Investigations and Compliance Branch (ICB) and the Policy and Quality Assurance Branch. The Directorate is responsible for providing secretariat services to the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). The Directorate supports the Board’s mission of serving the public interest by ensuring that teachers are registered and teacher education programs are accredited in accordance with relevant legislation and in the best interests of children.
For more information about the TRBWA, visit trb.wa.gov.au
The Role
As the Principal Investigator, you will provide strategic and operational leadership in the delivery of complex complaints investigations and related discipline and impairment review management concerning teachers registered by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). You will be responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating methodologies for complex complaints investigations, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and conducting high-level, sensitive investigations into serious matters, including allegations of child protection concerns. This role also involves critical data analysis to inform investigation processes, producing comprehensive reports, and formulating recommendations for action in accordance with the Teacher Registration Act 2012.
In this role, you will work closely with senior stakeholders, offering investigative assistance and strategic advice, and contributing to the development of corporate policies and procedures related to complaints management. You will also compile briefs of evidence for the State Solicitor’s Office, supporting representation at the State Administrative Tribunal and other legal forums. Strong relationships with key external agencies, including the Western Australian Police Force, the Department of Communities, the Corruption and Crime Commission, and the Public Sector Commission, will be essential for successful case outcomes and maintaining high standards of professional conduct within the teaching profession.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including. 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)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
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 Headley, Assistant Director on (08) 9223 9101 or emailing danielle.headley@education.wa.edu.au
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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
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:
- Demonstrated substantial skills and experience in the management and conduct of high-level, complex and sensitive investigations of complaints
- Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of investigations within a regulatory context.
- Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, with a proven ability to develop innovative approaches to complex issues including the development and implementation of organisational change in the work environment.
- Demonstrated highly developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to undertake high level consultations and collaborations and commitment to provide a quality customer service.
- Demonstrated knowledge in judicial processes resulting from disciplinary investigations in accordance with relevant legislation and statutory provisions.
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: DOE971363
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 Friday, 30 May 2025
