This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
At John Forrest Secondary College education is a shared vision, and commitment, to fostering exceptional learning experiences for students and staff. Dedicated to the growth of our staff, we offer support and resources to develop skills and aspirations, with a strong emphasis on professional development.
Our college community values education, diversity and the unique strengths of each individual. This foundation of inclusivity creates a culture of achievement and success where every member is supported and encouraged to excel. A broad range of curricula offerings, together with co-curricular activities and clubs, provides staff and students with opportunities to pursue and lead in their areas of passion and interest.
The completion of our extensive redevelopment program has resulted in an outstanding new and refurbished teaching and learning environment, and the operationalising of our new Business Plan makes this is an exciting time to join our college team.
Find out more about our school by visiting johnforrest.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a motivated, innovative, and strategic leader to join our Leadership Team as Program Coordinator – Vocational Pathways. The successful applicant would advance the college's vision to be a learning community that has a supportive and inclusive culture and provides experiences which enable every student to achieve their personal success
The Program Coordinator – Vocational Pathways would be responsible for leading the Pathways Team. This team includes the Career Practitioner, Coordinator Student Achievement, and Workplace Learning Support Officer. With a strong commitment to staff development, the Program Coordinator will support and mentor staff to build capacity and promote best practice, ensuring continuous professional improvement and team effectiveness.
This role ideally requires strong knowledge of Vocational Education and Training (VET), further education and training pathways, Career Learning, School Curriculum & Standards Authority (SCSA) requirements, and Departmental systems. The ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a whole college setting as a member of the Leadership Team is highly desirable, including working with Head of Learning Areas (HOLAs) to manage the ongoing professional learning and accountability of VET staff. Working collaboratively to embed career learning and pathway opportunities from Years 7 to 12 is an important aspect of this role.
The successful applicant will ideally have exemplary interpersonal skills and use effective change management strategies to lead the College community to reflect on practices and data to improve student outcomes. They would build and maintain strategic partnerships with industry, educational institutions, and community organisations, representing the college to enhance opportunities and program visibility.
The college has a dedicated Trade Training Centre (TTC) for students pursuing a career in the plumbing and gas fitting, painting and decorating, and building and construction trades. The Program Coordinator - Vocational Pathways has a lead role in the management of the TTC and developing partnerships which maximise opportunities for students.
As a member of the college’s Leadership Team, the successful applicant would provide advice and guidance to the Executive Team regarding enhancement of strategic and operational aspects relevant to this portfolio. They would be expected to translate the college’s priorities outlined in the Business Plan into a responsive and improvement focussed Operational Plan in this portfolio of responsibility.
This role may include a teaching component.
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 Denise Robinson, Principal on 0439 843 252 or Denise.Robinson@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays please contact Denise Robinson on 0439 843 252
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 of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement of up to four (4) pages 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/SA1021315
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 February 2026
