This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Established in 2013, Butler College is a vibrant and progressive secondary school for students in Years 7 to 12. Located near the coast in Perth’s northern suburbs, our 10-hectare campus is modern, accessible, and well maintained. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming community where every student is encouraged to belong, grow, and succeed.
A distinctive feature of Butler College is our endorsed Education Support Program, which currently supports 80 students with diverse educational, behavioural, and medical needs. Purpose-built facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, a range of sensory spaces, and well-equipped classrooms, enable us to deliver high-quality, individualised learning experiences.
Complementing this, our Learning Support Program provides targeted assistance in mainstream classes for more than 75 students with diagnosed or imputed disabilities. As an integrated campus, we are proud of the expertise, collaboration, and inclusive practices that benefit all members of our school community..
We invite you to join our dedicated team as we continue to create a supportive, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment for all students
Find out more about our school by visiting butlercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a relational, proactive, and committed Disability Support Coordinator to join our College.
In this role, you will work closely with the Program Coordinators for both Education Support and Learning Support to review, develop, and implement systems and intervention strategies that provide responsive, safe, and effective support for students with disabilities, their classroom teachers, and relevant staff. You will also assist the School Administration team with escalation procedures, emergency preparedness, and risk management planning, offering practical and timely guidance to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all.
The successful candidate will bring strong organisational and leadership skills, with the capacity to coordinate multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. A comprehensive understanding of the disability sector, including knowledge of local agencies, therapies, and training providers, will be highly regarded.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role. You will engage confidently and collaboratively with students, families, staff, and external stakeholders to foster positive, productive relationships that enhance student outcomes.
You will also play an active role in team meetings and multidisciplinary case conferences, supporting the development of cohesive, well-informed approaches to student support. Experience in staff development, performance support, and the management of inclusive learning resources will be considered an advantage.
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 Kate Dagnell, Program Coordinator of Education Support on (08) 9561 4200 or emailing kate.dagnell@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.
- 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.
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 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
- Demonstrate well-developed organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks to meet the needs of students.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the disability sector, particularly local organisations, services and training providers.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, negotiate and resolve conflicts.
- Demonstrate skills and experience in leading staff who work with students with disabilities.
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/SS1003616
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
