This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
Our People Services Division is a dynamic and evolving area that ensures the Department of Education has the capability and capacity to deliver on its commitment to the educational success and wellbeing of all Western Australian students. We take pride in providing strategic and operational human resource support that empowers our schools and staff to perform at their best.
The People Services team delivers a comprehensive range of human resource and workforce planning functions, including industrial and employee relations, workers’ compensation and injury management, work health, safety and wellbeing, recruitment and employment services, strategic human resource planning, workforce policy, and workforce strategic initiatives. Our work is integral to building a high-performing, inclusive, and sustainable workforce for the future of public education in Western Australia.
The Role
The Principal Consultant contributes to the strategic direction and alignment of key functional areas across the Division by providing high-level professional and strategic management support to the Executive Director, People Services, to ensure the effective development, implementation, and coordination of the Division’s operations, projects, programs, and initiatives.
The role requires superior written skills, critical thinking and an ability to pivot quickly to respond to changing deadlines. The ideal candidate will be resourceful and thrives working in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Previous experience working in human resource management areas would be advantageous.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth 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 Rachel Barker, Manager Workforce Policy (acting), on (08) 9264 5040 or emailing Rachel.Barker@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 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 five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
CVs will be reviewed against the job requirements of the role and the selection criteria will be assessed at further assessment.
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: DOE1006559
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, 17 November 2025
