This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Aubin Grove Primary School (PS) is a modern, award-winning Independent Public School serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Since opening, we have prided ourselves on our high standards, innovative practices, and strong community partnerships.
Our highly positive and collaborative school culture is anchored by our School Charter and guided by the FiSH Philosophy, which shapes the way we interact and work together. This shared commitment to respect, harmony and joy makes Aubin Grove not only an outstanding place for students to learn, but also an exceptional environment for staff to thrive.
Our school beliefs are captured by our vision: LEAF – Learn, Enjoy, Aspire, Focus. These values are deeply embedded in everything we do and are expected to be embraced and modelled by all staff.
Find out more about our school by visiting aubingroveps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
You should provide strategic and operational leadership in Support and Engagement across the school, ensuring every student is known, supported and able to thrive. This role is centred on building an inclusive, engaging and responsive learning environment that meets the diverse academic, behavioural and wellbeing needs of our students.
You will ideally lead a highly skilled Student Services and Support team, working primarily with Tier 3 students and their families, and collaborating closely with teachers, Special Needs Education Assistants (SNEAs), allied health professionals and external agencies. Your leadership should strengthen staff capacity, refine systems and ensure evidence-informed interventions that support engagement, attendance and achievement.
This is a key leadership position within our cohesive and high-performing Leadership Team, contributing strategically to whole-school improvement in line with the Aubin Grove PS Pedagogical Framework and FiSH Charter.
Key responsibilities may include
- Lead the strategic direction of Support and Engagement across the school, aligning practice with the Aubin Grove PS Business Plan and Pedagogical Framework.
- Build teacher and SNEA capacity to effectively support complex academic, behavioural and social-emotional needs.
- Oversee Tier 3 case management processes, working collaboratively with families, case workers and external agencies.
- Lead systems that strengthen student engagement, wellbeing and attendance.
- Manage Disability Resourcing System (DRS) applications and associated funding processes with rigour and accuracy.
- Oversee staffing allocations, timetables and funding distribution to ensure equitable and targeted support.
- Use data intelligently to identify trends, monitor intervention impact and drive continuous improvement.
- Strengthen inclusive education practices and ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislative requirements.
- Champion and model our FiSH Charter, fostering a culture of care, high expectations and professional integrity.
You will ideally:
- Be passionate about inclusivity and meeting the needs of vulnerable and complex learners.
- Display experience leading student services or support teams within a primary school context.
- Have a strong understanding of the Disability Resourcing System and experience completing funding applications.
- Have a background in psychology or demonstrated expertise supporting students with diverse and complex needs.
- Lead staff, manage timetables and allocate resources strategically.
- Be highly organised, proactive and capable of working independently while contributing positively to a large Leadership Team.
- Be Skilled in building strong, respectful partnerships with families and external agencies.
- Be a values-driven leader who embodies our FiSH Charter and believes every child can succeed with the right support.
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 Jason Bushe-Jones, Principal on 08 6174 6500 or emailing jason.bushe-Jones@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 of up to five (5) 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
- 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 staff, 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/DP1029626
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 Friday, 6 March 2026
