This is a permanent full-time position commencing February 2026
The Directorate
The Department of Education's Disability Reform Directorate has a key role in leading the Department's program of work that sets the direction and longer-term disability reform plan for public education. This will involve working across the agency and whole of government, with ongoing engagement and consultation with key stakeholders, to strengthen access and services across the public education system.
The Directorate has responsibility for progressing commitments made by the State Government, including but not limited to those related to the WA implemnentation Roadmap for the Disability Royal Commission, State Disability Strategy, and other reviews and reports.
The Role
The role will undertake key policy functions such as research, analysis and report writing, as well as supporting the Disability Reform team. The role will work collaboratively across the Disability Reform Directorate, the entire Department and external key stakeholders in the delivery of the disability reform priorities.
This will require you to use skills, knowledge and experience to work with the Manager and Principal Policy and Governance Officer to:
- Review and analyse major disability and education policy settings and reforms and prepare strategic advice for senior stakeholders
- Conduct high-level research and critical analysis to develop system-wide strategies, policies and initiatives addressing complex disability reform issues
- Facilitate program governance by ensuring decision-making process align with legal and policy obligations, and provide guidance on policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Professional Benefits
The position is located at the Department of Education, 151 Royal Street East Perth.
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation
- Consideration is given to home-based work arrangements aligned to the Department of Education’s guidance.
- 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).
Natasa Dale, Manager Policy and Governance, on (08) 9264 4802 or emailing Natasa.Dale@education.wa.edu.au
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 Uni
- 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 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 substantial experience in the development of strategic policy frameworks and governance processes and extensive knowledge of current State and National education issues, trends, policies and systems.
- Demonstrated highly developed research, analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills including the ability to identify and clarify patterns and trends, process improvements and provide innovative thinking in problem solving.
- Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills including extensive experience in the preparation of Ministerials, briefings, policy and complex reports.
- Demonstrated highly developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to undertake high level consultations and negotiations.
- Demonstrated highly developed program and project management skills including project methodology, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation.
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: DOE1017910
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 12.00pm (AWST) on Monday 5 January 2026
