This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
At Leeming Senior High School (SHS), we are committed to nurturing students who finish secondary education ready to meet the future with confidence, compassion, and a curious mind.
We have a team of passionate educators dedicated to helping students discover their unique strengths and pursue pathways that align with their goals and interests. To support students' well-being and foster a balanced life, we integrate the PERMAH framework into parts of our curriculum.
Find out more about our school by visiting Leeming Senior High School or Schools Online.
The Role
The Vocational Education and Training (VET) Workplace Learning (WPL) Support Officer plays a vital role in supporting the effective planning, implementation, and administration of the College’s VET and WPL programs. Working collaboratively with the VET and WPL Coordinators, the Support Officer contributes to the development and maintenance of program documentation, support materials, and procedural manuals to ensure the smooth operation of both programs. This role also involves tailoring individual student pathways by considering students' skills and abilities with a view to supporting meaningful transitions into employment or further training opportunities.
A key component of the position is assisting in the sourcing of suitable VET placements and industry placements. The Support Officer actively conducts site visits and meetings with prospective hosts to ensure compliance with safety and program expectations. Additionally, the role includes supporting the induction and training of workplace supervisors, fostering productive networks with workplace teachers and assessors to maintain program quality and consistency.
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 Vance Bryan, Pathways and Transition Manager, on (08) 9237 6800 or emailing vance.bryan@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 two (2) 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 knowledge and understanding of workplace learning outcomes and contexts with the ability to induct employers, staff and students on workplace learning procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and reporting on suitable programs for students in acquiring work skills and/or accessing recreational activities.
- Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, employers and parents.
- Demonstrated initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to plan and coordinate activities.
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/SS1028901
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 March 2026
