We are seeking to establish a pool of Program Coordinator - Student Services for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Bob Hawke College in Subiaco opened in February 2020 to more than 250 Year 7 students and is the first high density public secondary college in Western Australia.
We understand the importance of looking after the wellbeing of the whole student. Every student at our College will be well known and valued. Our pastoral care approach has been specifically designed to support young adults. Specialist staff provide students with individual support as well as health and wellbeing programs. All our teaching and essential services staff excel in their profession and inspire and motivate students, encouraging them to take responsibility for themselves, for others and for the world around them.
Find out more about our school by visiting bobhawkecollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Bob Hawke College is seeking to appoint a hardworking and motivated Program Coordinators - Student Services to join our invested and supportive team.
To succeed in the role, suitable applicants will ideally be committed to making a difference in the lives of young people by promoting student wellbeing and self-efficacy. This includes the commitment and desire to create and sustain a safe, student-centred learning environment.
As Program Coordinator – Students, suitable applicants will work closely with the Associate Principal and School Psychologist to establish and develop policies, plans and programs in the area of Student Wellbeing. Emphasising the creation of a positive culture and learning environment, you would play a lead role in establishing the processes and practices that will support students in their first years at the College. This role would include the planning, monitoring and support for students identified as being at educational risk.
Leading the Student Central team, including administrative assistants, the School Nurse, the School Psychologist, Year Coordinators, and the Chaplain is an important part of this role.
Suitable applicants will preferably have the capacity to:
- Work closely with the Program Coordinator – Inclusion to promote an inclusive philosophy and practice at Bob Hawke College.
- Facilitate transition for individual students to secondary context from primary school settings.
- Facilitate interagency links to maximise support for students with a variety of presentations.
- Strategically plan, reflect on and revise systems to support the pastoral care, behaviour, social-emotional development, and mental health needs of students as the school population grows.
- Continue the development of the Social-Emotional curriculum and CREW.
- Carriage of the Student leadership portfolio.
- Leadership of whole school events – e.g., Year Assemblies, Immunisation, school photos, CREW days.
- Develop and support student connection and engagement through a strong sense of self, community, and active citizenship.
- Facilitate parent links and parent participation to enhance positive educational outcomes for students with disabilities and learning difficulties.
- Maintaining effective case management and attendance systems.
In this role, suitable applicants will ideally create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, focussing on the development of the whole student. The desired applicants will ideally have the following attributes: they will be able to practice care; be curious about learning and learners; be invested in the College and the community; and be reflective of themselves and their practice.
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 John Burke, Principal, on (08) 9222 5600 or emailing john.burke@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 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 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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A 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/SA1010079
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 December 2025
